Military & Wall Street

I wrote my friend an email (he works at a highly regarded boutique) asking how common it is for 1 year associates to have families, and if it can be done even. He wrote back saying:

> it certainly can be and is done. not impossible, not even improbable,
> but you can count on every week day at the office and most weekends.
>
> i think that the more relevant question is how likely is it to get a
> job in banking these days.

How long do you guys in industry expect there to be a dry well in terms of a job market for Investment Banks? 2 years? 3?

I don't really have anything to say, just thought I start a post where people can share their background if they wish.

About me:

I am currently an engineer in the AF planning to deploy to the desert next May. When I get back I plan on applying to B-School with the desired end state of working in Investment Banking. I knew nothing about banking until I graduated the academy and started working as an engineer. I met a banker in Chicago-O'Hare Airport and learned about what he did. After he tweaked my interest I started to research the career/lifestyle and it sounded like what I wanted. This site has played a large role in my education of what the industry is like, as well as discussing it with some fellow alum currently in the biz.

Why I created this group: