Deciding On My Next Move (Advice)

I am currently a senior at a target with a 3.0 GPA, yes I know its low but pretty late to get that moved much.

I have had internships at a financial services firm in their Finance and accounting dept, a BB bank in a back office research role, and most recently this summer as a equity research analyst at a long short HF.

I spent the better half of the fall pursuing contacts via email and phone. I have met with individuals in person to discuss their opinions on getting my career started, however it seemed as though wherever I turned only advice was given, not comments regarding the possibility of passing on my resume. I know this probably sounds dumb but all I need to do is clear that hurdle which my low GPA has constructed.

I had interviews for summer analyst roles in banks and REPE firms for this past summer, but was unable to capitalize on them. My ultimate goal is to get into the real estate private equity arena. I am currently trying to find a position within a middle market bank that would allow me this kind of expose, but I am hitting a wall in terms of getting that first round interview.

Any advice is welcome, I am all ears.

 

Be straight forward with contacts. Find places that have open positions and then reach out explaining its in reference to that job.

Frank Sinatra - "Alcohol may be man's worst enemy, but the bible says love your enemy."
 

To answer your question, I accepted the internship with the knowledge that the HF would not be extending an offer. I have heard of people having success in the non BB hiring rounds during the late winter and early spring, and additionally I was curious if people know anything regarding this notion.

 

Tempore quia dignissimos velit recusandae laboriosam omnis. Suscipit et sed quia consequatur debitis libero. Est enim quia sunt.

Maiores voluptatum harum optio ratione soluta consequatur quo. Laborum optio voluptate in voluptas. Nihil et dolores eos corrupti beatae non.

Accusantium beatae deserunt sit reprehenderit. Quidem iusto ut sed et aut a.

I'll do what I can to help ya'll. But, the game's out there, and it's play or get played.

Career Advancement Opportunities

March 2024 Investment Banking

  • Jefferies & Company 02 99.4%
  • Goldman Sachs 19 98.8%
  • Harris Williams & Co. (++) 98.3%
  • Lazard Freres 02 97.7%
  • JPMorgan Chase 03 97.1%

Overall Employee Satisfaction

March 2024 Investment Banking

  • Harris Williams & Co. 18 99.4%
  • JPMorgan Chase 10 98.8%
  • Lazard Freres 05 98.3%
  • Morgan Stanley 07 97.7%
  • William Blair 03 97.1%

Professional Growth Opportunities

March 2024 Investment Banking

  • Lazard Freres 01 99.4%
  • Jefferies & Company 02 98.8%
  • Goldman Sachs 17 98.3%
  • Moelis & Company 07 97.7%
  • JPMorgan Chase 05 97.1%

Total Avg Compensation

March 2024 Investment Banking

  • Director/MD (5) $648
  • Vice President (19) $385
  • Associates (86) $261
  • 3rd+ Year Analyst (13) $181
  • Intern/Summer Associate (33) $170
  • 2nd Year Analyst (66) $168
  • 1st Year Analyst (202) $159
  • Intern/Summer Analyst (144) $101
notes
16 IB Interviews Notes

“... there’s no excuse to not take advantage of the resources out there available to you. Best value for your $ are the...”

Leaderboard

1
redever's picture
redever
99.2
2
Betsy Massar's picture
Betsy Massar
99.0
3
Secyh62's picture
Secyh62
99.0
4
BankonBanking's picture
BankonBanking
99.0
5
DrApeman's picture
DrApeman
98.9
6
CompBanker's picture
CompBanker
98.9
7
dosk17's picture
dosk17
98.9
8
GameTheory's picture
GameTheory
98.9
9
kanon's picture
kanon
98.9
10
Jamoldo's picture
Jamoldo
98.8
success
From 10 rejections to 1 dream investment banking internship

“... I believe it was the single biggest reason why I ended up with an offer...”