VC Vernacular

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The goal of Wall Street Oasis’ VC Vernacular is to give our users the best possible snapshot of life in venture capital, from internships and recruiting to compensation and career progression. Working towards that goal, we’ve created a <a... SPOTLIGHT: VC Vernacular Rules and FAQs	0	2 years 1 week ago by WallStreetOasis.com	n/a
I have a prototype of the product built (after some pivots) as well as an investor deck. I've also been hitting the pavement to try to develop relationships with institutions (my end consumers). I applied to an accelerator program last week and haven't heard back. I also submitted my... Advice on how to get funding?	3	3 days 36 min ago by runthetown	10 hours 13 min ago by TechBanking
I work for an angel investor group in NYC and FYI they are still taking unpaid interns for the summer for those who don't have anything secured yet. PM me for firm... Summer internship NYC	5	1 year 3 weeks ago by metrovestments	1 day 10 hours ago by g0ogle
Need recommendation for brokerage account for VC... Brokerage account for VC fund	1	2 days 2 hours ago by ivedtara	1 day 21 hours ago by peinvestor2012
What are the main VC firms in London? (Index, Accel, etc) How do they recruit? Is there dealflow compared to the... VC in London	6	2 weeks 6 days ago by ametista	2 days 8 hours ago by joeiz
So I know that different firms do different things, but if I wanted to start doing the equivalent of equity research reports on startups to show for an interview, or even just for my own personal use, does anybody have a sort of template for these? Not entirely sure where to begin besides... Typical VC Company Research	0	3 days 21 hours ago by SDeep24	n/a
Why do you choose Accelerators instead of VCs or Angles? Some VCs give me the valuation of compant much higher than Accelerators. So I wonder what is better?? Give me some... Why do you choose Accelerators ??	3	4 weeks 3 days ago by jameblack	3 days 22 hours ago by MSElevator
So I just got notified that I've been invited to interview at a top tier growth equity firm, and the opportunity just sounds absolutely amazing so I'm desperate to land the position. If someone currently at a growth equity fund wouldn't mind elaborating on the interview process,... Advice Please! Growth Equity Interview Questions?	12	34 weeks 1 day ago by BankingWaffle	4 days 5 hours ago by duffmt6
I have a few questions about my business files/filings and dealings that I need a VC specializing in digital media, digital distribution, (social media?), and/or related sectors to consult me on. Just message me here, identify your firm, speciality, (and yourself if possible) so I know... VC's - Consult Me	3	4 days 20 hours ago by Lambie	4 days 9 hours ago by Lambie
Hey guys, I just got moved to the second round interview at VC firm for a summer internship. I got an email saying that this won't be a test of my VC knowledge, but skills that will add value to the portfolio companies. I'm a sophomore engineer with no prior finance experience. Can... 2nd round interview coming up, what to expect?	5	6 days 23 hours ago by jackd9999	6 days 12 hours ago by BankingPanda
The National Venture Capital Association has ranked the top cities for startup capital investment. Are they what you would have expected? I think Philadelpha & Oakland surprise me with how high they are and I thought Austin & Pittsburgh would be higher, but what do I know? This list is as... Top 15 Cities for Venture Capital	28	1 week 1 day ago by CRE	1 week 1 day ago by Nouveau Richie
Given my interest in private equity, I wanted to know what types of VC there is in the southeastern US, specifically cities like Atlanta, Charlotte, Miami, Nashville, etc.... VC in southeast USA	3	2 weeks 5 days ago by pryan2016	1 week 1 day ago by joeiz
I remember just a few years ago reading a discussion on this site about new IB analysts from different banks comparing which blackberry they were given as their business phones. I understand these days a lot of companies allow their employees to bring their own devices to work and use them for... BYOD?	7	2 weeks 3 hours ago by curiousG	1 week 1 day ago by curiousG
Simply, who are... Top Tier VCs	3	1 week 2 days ago by Harry-Maxwell	1 week 2 days ago by yeahright
Can someone please elaborate on careers at a PE firm working in oil and gas sectors ?? typical projects ?? hows the work ?? im eager to work at a PE firm preferably in oil n gas... Oil and Gas PE	2	1 year 35 weeks ago by tigerwoods711	1 week 3 days ago by georgenicholas80
Have a ~30-minute discussion with a life sciences VC coming up. Any thoughts on what I should expect (aside from having opinions on potential investment spaces, their portfolio companies, etc.)? Would really appreciate it - thanks... VC Interview	1	1 week 4 days ago by Consulting01803	1 week 4 days ago by couchy
Hi all, How different is working at an Accelerator, compared to a firm in VC, in terms of the nature of work / responsibilities / etc? Many major companies seem to have an Accelerator arm, so I'm just... Working at an Accelerator	0	1 week 4 days ago by TrueMorgan	n/a
Sorry this is a stupid question but I've been looking on the web for a couple quick answers and couldn't find them. It sounds like most people go into VC out of grad school with experience as an investment banker or another prestigious job. Is it possible or common to go into VC out... VC out of undergrad	9	2 weeks 2 hours ago by patriotsfan1	1 week 5 days ago by Capitalism
First of all, I'd like to know what to expect in this situation: Saw a job posting for an unpaid internship at an early stage VC firm (just under $100mm) in my college's town. I emailed the guy with a cover letter & resume, and he said we could quick chat over phone next week. ... VC internship interview questions	4	2 weeks 1 day ago by jackd9999	1 week 6 days ago by jackd9999
So, I recently came across an opportunity at a VC start up. It was started by an ex big 3 consulting guy. From what I can tell, the firm is in the process of raising money and has invested in one tech start up (very small think <5million). Given this infancy, job security seems pretty bad. But,... VC Start-up	5	2 weeks 6 hours ago by monkeyfest	1 week 6 days ago by monkeyfest
Hello everyone, I am extremely interested in VC, and I have read that some companies have VC arms. Does anyone have any information on recruiting/do they even take undergrad interns? Could you lateral into a VC after having experience at one of these corporate VCs? Thank... Corporations with VC Arms	1	2 weeks 3 days ago by Myron Gainz	2 weeks 3 days ago by Cries
Guys, please help: I am looking for literature (books/articles) on startup valuation. It would be great If someone could share relevant sources or a breif summary of his/her own experience. Thanks!... Startup Valuation	2	2 weeks 6 days ago by taraspolik	2 weeks 4 days ago by taraspolik
Hi everyone, I'm a staff auditor at one of the Big 4, studying for the CPA exams. I've decided I enjoy audit and I still do. However, working in Northern California has really opened up the world of Venture Capital to me. I think VC is absolutely fascinating, any thoughts on how an... Big 4 Audit to VC?	1	3 weeks 1 day ago by InterestedinVC	3 weeks 1 day ago by WSRenaissanceMan
Anyone know of VC shops that have water-related investments (e.g. utilities, infrastructure, treatment, microhydro, etc...)?? Bonus points for any firms that have a water-related... Water-related VC Firms	6	4 weeks 9 hours ago by J_Gatsby	3 weeks 1 day ago by J_Gatsby
I have an offer to work at at decently sized Venture Capital firm in Israel. Israel has a prominent start up environment with leading technology and clean tech firms. How would professionals in the finance sector back in the US look at this experience versus an internship at a more well known... Abroad Internship	1	4 weeks 2 days ago by SuperU	3 weeks 3 days ago by Beny23

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Here is the question guys. Graduated almost a year ago as a postgad from a top uni in a non-finance subject and have had trouble securing a full time role. Since graduation, I have worked in a BB for off cycle internship and also a midmarket firm in IBD. Now, though semi-hypotheical, but...
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So I just finished up my junior year as an econ major at a target in NYC. I won't post my whole story, as I've done that before on here, but I decided very recently that I wanted a career in investment banking. Because of that, I have no relevant experience. However, I managed to...
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Besides on the job experience, anyone have tips on how to get proficient at bloomberg (particularly fixed income section)? i did that certification test and it was useless. Would love to hear about anything in a 'crash course' format too if it...
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Whats up Monkey's? I hope everyone is as amped for MDW as I am. Anyway I read the discussions on this site all the time but have barely ever joined them or posted anything. This is because 90% of the time I spend browsing this site is done from my workstation computer. As you all know...
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Was curious if anyone has any idea what National Sales group does at BB PWM. Obviously it involves sales, but how do BB National sales groups stand out from different more regional teams within the BB PWM groups. Anyone have any experience with these types of...
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How realistic is it to land and interview / job offer as an american non-target student applying for an IB analyst position in London? I feel like they wouldn't even bother considering candidates in the U.S ... let me know what you think.. Thanks...
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Hi, I'm very curious about the difference between being a sell-side or a buy-side equity analyst. Of course, one main difference is that you don't talk to clients when you are a buy.side analyst and that your reports aren't published, as they are for internal use only. but what else?...
Difference between sell-side and buy-side equity research (culture/ atmosphere, salary, career paths, etc.)?
I'm wondering if I should transfer to an ivy league school in order to get look better on my resume for i banks and, ultimately, MBA programs. I'm going to be a sophomore at a T25 private school (think UVA, Emory, Notre Dame) where I'm majoring in finance and minoring in art history...
Should I Transfer??
Basically, what is expected out of an intern in asset management? Particularly, at a mutual fund? Think about 10-15 billion in AUM. Am I expected to generate ideas, get coffee, work on models? What happens if I mess up? I'm planning for next summer and was wondering if anyone's...
what is expected of an intern?

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I was writing an email to a fellow monkey who is about to start as a banking analyst in the summer. It's been a little over 5 yrs now since I was a wee young first-year analyst in restructuring for one of the Moelis/Houlihan/Evercore type firms (I call them the firms where most people will... 15 things I wish I knew as a first year banking analyst
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I get a ton of emails and answer a ton of posts asking similar questions so I thought I would answer the most common ones I get here and allow others to post their questions so everyone can see them and the subsequent answers. Hope this helps. <strong>Summer Analyst... MSF Question and Answer
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I work as a currency volatility trader and manage one of the bigger G10 blocs in London. I've been lucky enough to get responsibility early in my career. I started off managing a single currency book a few months into the job, and have steadily been granted more responsibility to where I am... Ask Me Anything: I'm a Currency Volatility Trader
I'm currently a Private Equity Analyst in Shanghai, China. Academically, I graduated from a target school majoring in Economics and Chinese. I also spent my time at college as the president of an on-campus student organization related to Finance and Economics and a volunteer for a local... Ask me anything… I'm a Private Equity Analyst in Shanghai
<em>Mod note: Best of Bankerella - this was originally posted 10/1/12</em> I occasionally get PMed by people at colleges I’ve never heard of before, asking if they have a shot at IBD. Folks, why IBD? The finance world is broad and varied, and there are a million ways to... My Biggest Career Mistake to Date: Prestige
For better or for worse, there’s a very unique feeling when everything goes completely according to plan yet nobody seems to care or notice. Such is the case with our favorite company of the moment, Tesla Motors. For those unaware, TSLA has rocketed upwards since its Q1 earnings release,... A Perfect Storm
I work as a long/short equity analyst at a large hedge fund. I've been lucky enough to be more than just a model monkey early on in my career, but have also been exposed to the stress of being measured on returns. I primarily cover consumer and TMT names. I went the typical path (target... I'm a Hedge Fund Analyst - Ask Me Anything
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