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I volunteered at 2 different organizations but I did the same thing at both. I was a tutor and, well a "life" mentor/advisor. The only difference is that one is just for young children who pay for this afterschool activity while their parents are busy while the other is at a homeless... 2 similar activities	1	4 years 1 week ago by Millhouse	4 years 1 week ago by junkbondswap
Hey guys, I have two years of experience and I'm trying to either break into consulting or get into a good MBA program. Let me know what I can change in my resume to improve it. Thanks! Updated link (changed... 2 years of experience, trying to break into consulting	12	4 days 12 hours ago by chocotaco99	1 day 19 hours ago by stvr2013
Please critique my resume in a brutally honest manner. I have spent the last few months analyzing my options. It looks like, given my credentials, the best way to break into finance is: 1) Financial Consulting 2) Corporate Finance (potentially a F500 program, etc) 3) Boutique I-bank Please... 2009 Finance grad - looking to enter Finance world for first time	4	1 year 48 weeks ago by recentgrad87	1 year 47 weeks ago by recentgrad87
Hey fellow monkeys, My resume is <a href="http://www.scribd.com/doc/97522957/Resume-IBD-WSO-Style">linked here</a>, but I don't know where to put the 200km "Endurance March 'Extreme 2 x 100km'" march that I completed recently in Lithuania (Also, the... 200km March - where to put?	4	1 year 1 hour ago by InDerSchweiz	52 weeks 15 hours ago by J_monkey
http://www.razume.com/documents/20932 So I screwed the pooch last year as far as recruiting goes and failed to get a job. I had offers for selling insurance and the like, but I'm not doing that shit. I'm in a MAcc program right for the summer and fall (unless I get a job offer which... 2011 Grad Needs Advice	3	1 year 47 weeks ago by knaegeli	1 year 47 weeks ago by knaegeli
I'm a junior hoping for a BB S&T internship this upcoming summer. If you guys could comment on my resume and/or chance me for BB S&T interviews, that would be... 2011 S&T SA resume	4	2 years 28 weeks ago by junior2012	2 years 28 weeks ago by BankonBanking
I am planning on applying for an SA position this coming summer and looking for feedback. I am a rising junior and would greatly appreciate any and all... 2011 SA Applicant Resume	2	2 years 29 weeks ago by Emt53	2 years 29 weeks ago by IamObama
Hey guys I really want to land a BB S&T summer spot (like everybody else) got any tips to help my chances out resume wise My current is pwm at a BB and last summer i worked for a small boutique IB any comments would be... 2011 SA S&T	1	2 years 35 weeks ago by metalmoses	2 years 35 weeks ago by New Yorker
Hi all, I am currently a final year student at a target university and am about to complete my equity research internship at a reputable brokerage firm. I hope u guys can give some honest advice on my resume. The areas I'm interested are IBD and ER. Thanks in advance! Here is my... 2012 graduate breaking into IBD/ER	7	1 year 47 weeks ago by randomgrad	1 year 47 weeks ago by openended
Hi guys, I'm new to the forum and found this place to be an excellent resource. I have been working for the past two years at a BB bank doing Funds Accounting (back office work, I know pretty much the career killer). Anyways, I've been looking to get out ASAP, I feel if I... 2nd Year Experienced Analyst Trying to get out of the Back Office!	3	3 years 15 weeks ago by BankerC159	3 years 15 weeks ago by LIFinancier
Any thoughts on potential resume improvements for someone seeking an I-banking Associate... 2nd-year MBA seeking IB Associate Position... resume thoughts?	7	1 year 37 weeks ago by ibanking2012	1 year 37 weeks ago by MistaBooks
Hi guys, after almost 3 years spent working in a real estate fund am firm (think of the european equivalent of REITS), I'm thinking about an MBA or a new career in banking, pe, vc or bartender in a south pacific island.. ;-p I'm from Italy and I've studied in one of the best... 3 yrs am experience from Italy, kill my resume	7	1 year 30 weeks ago by Italianbanker	1 year 29 weeks ago by jaschen27
I'm a rising sophomore & currently have a 3.2. I know this is really low....should I take this out from my resume? I'm afraid that recruiters will see it and immediately ding me. By the way, I had IBD experience working a boutique this summer.... 3.2 GPA from Cornell - omit from resume?	7	3 years 43 weeks ago by idealw	3 years 43 weeks ago by cupianoman
Which would you list on your resume: 3.9 / 4.0 3.91 /... 3.9 vs 3.91	44	1 year 20 weeks ago by SwaGGeReR	51 weeks 6 days ago by The Fisher Account
Looking for a part time job while completing my 4th year of undergrad. Main goal is to get something in the finance industry just to gain exposure/make some contacts. Have been communicating with a firm regarding a part time trade settlements/support position. What should I change? ... 3rd review - must be perfect now right?	4	2 years 1 week ago by al865149	2 years 1 week ago by al865149
Hi, I am a third year analyst who recently started at a small boutique firm; however, I am not sure that my new job is the right place for me. So I updated my resume and would appreciate critique and advice. FYI, the first bullet point under "Boutique Institutional Investment... 3rd Year Analyst in Asset Management	2	2 years 23 weeks ago by tan86	2 years 23 weeks ago by tan86
I'm entering into my fourth year as a finance major. I don't go to a target school, and my GPA is shit, but I still want to make my resume as solid as possible. Summer internship was non-finance-related. It didn't convert correctly so just know the job titles will be in italics.... 4th Year Business Student	0	1 year 42 weeks ago by the_filth	n/a
http://www.razume.com/documents/23988 Hi all, currently in the hunt for a job starting this fall. I know its not wise to post school information, but seeing as I attend a pretty insignificant university I figured I would leave it in there so you guys have the full context. Past summer I... 4th Year Business Student Looking for Fall 2012 Career	2	1 year 22 weeks ago by the_filth	1 year 21 weeks ago by Pike
If I intend to do a 5 year intended ba/ma program, how do I word it on my resume if I haven't officially declared that I am pursuing a... 5 year ba/ma program	3	2 years 8 weeks ago by Hamilton	1 year 50 weeks ago by charmingsun
Hey guys, In the Halo 3 video game, I was a level 50 in the MLG playlist. I should probably add that to my resume, right? It's pretty impressive...!... 50 in MLG	3	2 years 30 weeks ago by Bob Sacamano	2 years 30 weeks ago by APAE
I'm going to be a grad student at LSE in the fall and will be applying for FT IBD analyst positions. I had to take the GMAT to get into the LSE. Is 710 good enough to put on the resume? If it is, I shouldn't put the breakdown right (44q 44v)? Thanks for any... 710 GMAT good enough for resume?	6	3 years 42 weeks ago by bayvet	3 years 41 weeks ago by The Phantom
... 8_Bit's resume: tear this apart!	10	4 years 2 weeks ago by FLICK_OFF	4 years 2 weeks ago by FLICK_OFF
I've got an unconventional cover letter, anyone able to take a quick look? I'd prefer to send it via pm. if you could post or pm me, that'd be great!... A cover letter that needs a quick look	1	24 weeks 5 days ago by zeroblued	24 weeks 5 days ago by m56
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 39 weeks ago by tlinds	2 years 39 weeks ago by Xango
Hello my fellow WSO users and abusers, I know that this site gets flooded with IB hopeful come recruiting season, but I still have to ask for a little resume help. I'm not shooting for an IB Analyst gig just yet as I'm a sophomore, this resume is geared toward some BB AM positions that... A little Help from my WSO Friends...	4	2 years 26 weeks ago by skiboyne	2 years 26 weeks ago by IamObama

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Hi Guys, I am looking for an internship opportunity in the private equity sector. I come from an Engineering background but currently doing a master in Finance. Should I customize my cover letter better? Please criticize freely...
Cover Letter review for Private Equity
I've been searching for jobs for several months and i'm starting to get frustrated so I was hoping for inputs. I know I made similar posts several months back but I was hoping for some fresh input. I worked for 3 years auditor in Big 4 London from 2007~2010, where I gained my Chartered...
Big4 Audit --> IB/AM, what's my best bet??
Definitely inspiring and always interesting to hear Lloyd's speeches. Thought some monkeys might want to give it a listen. Please post any other commencement speeches that were motivational and inspiring to some of you. <iframe width="560" height="315"...
Lloyd Blankfein's Commencement at LaGuardia Community College
I'm a rising sophomore at a non-target liberal arts college. I am currently interning at a marketing company in one of asian countries that I am from and I have been actively looking for something else I can do this summer. I was accepted to the program so called Fullbridge which is a...
Opinion on business bridge program?
I joined a top consulting firm after graduating last year. Now its been a year and I do not like consulting very much. I have been doing completely unrelated projects, and going forward I would like to have a little bit more focus. Plus I want to learn more about finance. Is it possible for me...
Is it still possible to start over? from MBB to finance
Hey All, I just wanted to see if anyone could give me some ideas about exit opps from top Natural Resources Groups? In this case think BB. I am curious if exit Opps are primarily in industry specific funds or if you still see recruitment for general buyout practices at Megafunds? Thanks....
Natural Resources Group Exit Opps
Hey guys, Anybody know if York Capital runs a macro fund? I saw it somewhere that a guy named Marc Helwani runs a $1.5b macro fund but I couldnt find any other source to verify that. One thing I do know is that out of their $15b AUM, about $6.5 is dedicated to traditional long/short. Lol......
York Capital - Macro?
Last year Dalian Wanda Group bought theater chain AMC Entertainment for $2.6 Bn, and now it is snagging up Sunseeker International. [quote] Dalian Wanda said it would pay £320 million for a 91.8 percent stake in Sunseeker, based in Dorset, England, with the remaining stake to be acquired by...
The Chinese are upping up their shopping spree
I'm graduating soon and am looking for opportunities in either IB or consulting. Am indifferent between them. How should I customize my resume towards IB? Also you guys with consulting background, how do you customize to a consulting (MBB) one as well. But most importantly, I need it down to 1...
Resume review for IB
Is anyone familiar with this firm? Started by 3 experienced guys in the media industry. Looks like they've done a couple notable deals in the past 2-3 years. How big is the firm (esp. analyst & associate level)? How is the dealflow? Do they only have an office in SF? Thanks in...
CODE Advisors
Hi everyone! Some of you may remember me, I stopped posting on this forum about a year ago because I got tired of the site for a number of reasons and it wasn't worth it for me anymore. However I'm a big believer of giving back, and I did learn a lot from this site and from a few of the...
Q&A: 1st year BB London Rates Trader Taking Your Questions
This question is regarding background checks and references. I worked at a boutique IB and want to use my old boss as a reference. However, my old boss no longer works at the boutique IB anymore. Is it still acceptable to use him as a reference, or will employers want a reference who still...
Reference no longer works at firm
I'm a student currently deciding between attending either Tulane or Uconn as an incoming junior and wanted to get a picture of which would be better from a recruiting standpoint. Tulane will cost $14K more total over the next two years, or 7K more per year, but in either regard I will still...
Tulane vs. Uconn
1:41pm: Buy 200 shares WFC @ $41.10 on 99% margin. Currently down $87.98 + $0.90 interest. I normally stay away from margin. I was having a good day and got cocky. Today wiped out a week's worth of profits for me. Note: I swing trade with some day trades thrown in. What would you...
I Made a Stupid Bernanke-Inspired Trade: Exit?

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Hi everyone! Some of you may remember me, I stopped posting on this forum about a year ago because I got tired of the site for a number of reasons and it wasn't worth it for me anymore. However I'm a big believer of giving back, and I did learn a lot from this site and from a few of... Q&A: 1st year BB London Rates Trader Taking Your Questions
After over one year in the making, the <strong><a href="http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/2013-wso-compensation-report-full">2013 WSO Compensation Report</a></strong> is here! Access to the FULL 108 page 2013 WSO Compensation Report is <strong>100%... 2013 WSO Compensation Report has Arrived
When I first started as a PE analyst, I constantly struggled with judging the amount of time I should spend on reviewing sourced deals. How much time is enough to really get a handle on the company’s revenue streams? How granular do I need my analysis to be on industry threats? With this... Misguided Efforts: A Cautionary Tale
Fellow Primates, We are looking for 1-2 students on each campus to help WSO in its sales efforts to student clubs/career centers, and overall promotion at your school both online and on the ground. Below is a description of the position and benefits...thanks in advance for your help! <a... WSO is Looking for Campus Reps For Summer/Fall 2013 (and beyond)
Many of the questions that have come in surround recruiting for front office Wall Street careers from a non-target so we’ll start with some ideas for recruiting, move on to interviewing, preparing for the job and finally long-term career management advice. Before we begin, it has been... Stand Out as a Non-Target: Recruiting (Part 1 of 4)
Any Asset Management people here who could give me some insights on it, such as the nature of the work, the pay, the hours, the potential for career advancement, ect? I was looking into IB before but I've decided that I would rather pursue a career that's more intellectually... Asset Management a better choice than Investment Banking?

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