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Hi monkeys, i'm planning to apply to IBD summer internships in London. My background might be weak, but i'm primarly looking for advice on grammar or words mistakes as english is not my mothertongue. Any insight on the content itself will also be... Resume review - IBD Summer internship '011 - London	4	2 years 35 weeks ago by dollyship	2 years 35 weeks ago by dollyship
I'm looking to break into Consulting Please give me feedback for this resume, so I can be in my best position to score an interview. Also are there anyone here who had interviewed with Mckinsey? And what's your resume... Application for Mckinsey, Need Help with Resume!!	10	2 years 35 weeks ago by weirdmango	2 years 35 weeks ago by Don Corleone
Ok guys... here's a fun one for all you Senior/Experienced monkeys - a non-undergrad - working monkey.... GO TO TOWN - DO NOT HOLD BACK Looking for some guidance on my resume. It's been over 3.5 years at firm (Big 4 Advisory) - looking to rebuild my resume ASAP. I feel I need more... Experienced Resume Help! (3.5+ years)	2	2 years 35 weeks ago by CDOMonkey	2 years 35 weeks ago by CDOMonkey
Hi Everyone, This is my first post. I've been trying to get into a Financial Analysis role since college but have not had much luck. My prior internship that had financial analysis wasn't relevant to analyzing financial statements, so my experience in that department is lacking. While... Looking to break in. Please give my resume a look! All feedback appreciated!!	5	2 years 35 weeks ago by tushnir540	2 years 35 weeks ago by LLcoolJ
Please be brutal - but do point out the odd positive. I know opinions are each to their own but if there's a trend I will listen. I'm not great at presenting myself. http://www.razume.com/documents/16823 http://www.razume.com/documents/16824 Thanks very much in... CV and Cover letter feedback please	3	2 years 35 weeks ago by trazer985	2 years 35 weeks ago by LLcoolJ
Should the first line of any work experience be a general line explaining as a whole, what you did? I have seen it for some resume but not for others. ... Quick Question	3	2 years 35 weeks ago by TheHungryOne	2 years 35 weeks ago by TheHungryOne
Hi Everyone, This is my first post. I've been trying to get into a Financial Analysis role since college but have not had much luck. My prior internship that had financial analysis wasn't relevant to analyzing financial statements, so my experience in that department is lacking. While... Economics Major trying to get Financial Analysis Exposure	1	2 years 35 weeks ago by tushnir540	2 years 35 weeks ago by tushnir540
http://www.razume.com/documents/16698 Hey guys i tweaked my resume a bit lemme no what u think with the new work experience... Sophomore Resume- Pls Dont Hold Back!	1	2 years 36 weeks ago by toobig2fail	2 years 35 weeks ago by TerenYoung
Guys after getting some feedback I re-worked my resume and I wanted to know what you guys thought. Here is the first one : http://www.razume.com/documents/16779 My new one:... Reviewed My Resume	3	2 years 35 weeks ago by rangerdanger 12	2 years 35 weeks ago by whateverittakes
I just want to start out by saying that I've been lurking around this website for a while just reading various threads and trying to gain some insight. There are a lot of very bright people on this board and I've learned a lot from you. Now, I would really appreciate some advice on my... Career Fair on Tuesday.....Help please	16	2 years 35 weeks ago by NIEVE ANALYST	2 years 35 weeks ago by Gekko21
http://www.razume.com/documents/16721 I just graduated and I'm lacking internship experience, except a four month one that is ending that prepared me fairly well for what's ahead (my boss came from upper tier schools and a very well respected consulting firm). I need you to be... Trying to break into finance/investment (alternative investment).. Does this resume hold up?	6	2 years 36 weeks ago by VandalayIndustries	2 years 35 weeks ago by VandalayIndustries
Hey guys, I just created a resume and I wanted to see what you guys thought, any feedback is welcome and I really appreciate it for taking the time to look at my... Resume for Internship, please review	4	2 years 35 weeks ago by rangerdanger 12	2 years 35 weeks ago by rangerdanger 12
Hi, I go to a semi-target and I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on improving my resume (phrasing, organization, etc.) It would be much... Resume Questions	13	2 years 35 weeks ago by fiasco5077	2 years 35 weeks ago by fiasco5077
For an ongoing internship in the resume, I understand that a summary of the internship should be in present tense (e.g. "Build models, conduct research, etc) What about for selected project experience? Since I already finished this project and accomplished something, shouldn't it be in... Quick question: Past/Present Tense	1	2 years 35 weeks ago by VandalayIndustries	2 years 35 weeks ago by San Franciscan
Hi all, Here's the link to my resume- http://www.razume.com/documents/16752 - Please have a look and post your suggestions. I am in the 1st year of a business school and looking forward to pitching this resume for summer internships with the bb I-banks & other finance firms. Any... B-school summer internship CV- I-bank & Finance	12	2 years 35 weeks ago by bazinga	2 years 35 weeks ago by alextakashi
Okay, Gents. I'm a former military guy with tons of leadership experience, undergrad finance, but I attend a non-target school. GPA isn't great at a 3.3. Looking for I-Banking or Consulting internships & full-time positions. How does my resume stack up to the 4.0 students and... A Former Military Guy - How Do I Stack Up?	10	2 years 35 weeks ago by tlinds	2 years 35 weeks ago by Xango
"Career centered individual seeking position with an aggressive financial firm that utilizes and will expand existing computer and communication skills to become an invaluable aspect of the employer’s team." Does this come off as too much? I want an employer to know I will be taking... Agressively worded objective?	5	2 years 35 weeks ago by plaman	2 years 35 weeks ago by plaman
Hi all! I would really appreciate any comment/suggestion/insult about it! I am primarily interested in Consulting, then also in PE and VC even if I am doubtful there are any chances without any prior experience. My school is one of the top ten in Italy, although I suppose is not very known... [EDITED] - Fresh graduate CV review	12	2 years 38 weeks ago by mav	2 years 35 weeks ago by mav
... Resume for FT. Consulting, strategy	4	2 years 36 weeks ago by mishka	2 years 36 weeks ago by mishka
I am looking to get into an analyst role based on my background. I did not go to a target school, however it is well known in this region with 3 bachelor degrees. I currently work for a very big IB, however it is on the retail banking side. I also interned at another top IB, however it was on the... Heres My Resume...Need Advice!	6	2 years 36 weeks ago by Silversuby05	2 years 36 weeks ago by Ugotpwned
hey guys.......i graduated college 2 years ago and enrolled in dental school but due to an injury last year involving my wrist i am in the middle of switching careers.....i am open to anything in finance as long as it involves the healthcare industry sector (including biotech/pharma)....preferably,... ibanking resume with PE experience	3	2 years 37 weeks ago by Breakerbreaker19	2 years 36 weeks ago by hopefulbankerz
Top 20 school, semi-target, 3.2 GPA, Interested in Sales and Trading along with other entry-level positions ..the most recent experience is with an ETF company with about a billion AUM, and the other two firms are bulge bracket PWM positions.... Recent Graduate Resume	8	2 years 39 weeks ago by surfmoney	2 years 36 weeks ago by surfmoney
Hi guys, Posted here before and got some really helpful reviews from everyone, thank you. Made quite a bit of changes to my resume (since my internship wasnt over when I last posted), and would be great if you guys could review. Also posting my cover letter here, would be great if anyone can... Resume for FT BB S&T recruiting (revised) + Cover Letter	7	2 years 36 weeks ago by caliboy2011	2 years 36 weeks ago by caliboy2011
After lurking around the forum, I decided to post my updated resume and seek the help of the wallstreetoasis's community http://www.razume.com/documents/16484 I just graduated this year with BCom in Finance, but have had some extensive experience in the industry while I was in school.... New Career search - am I worthy??? Cdn resume	5	2 years 38 weeks ago by Ruthless	2 years 36 weeks ago by Ruthless
I am a recent college graduate with a degree in physics. I'm looking for an entry level position in anything related to quantitative trading. I'm especially looking in feedback on the "poker" section. The bottom looks a tad scarce, so any ideas on where I can add a couple... Recent Physics Undergrad Completed Looking for Entry Quant Position	2	2 years 36 weeks ago by arx	2 years 36 weeks ago by happypantsmcgee

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