MBB vs. Top Hedge Fund Generalist Internship
What are thoughts on an internship at a MBB consulting firm in an office other than New York, Boston, SF versus a “generalist” internship at a top notch Hedge Fund?
What are thoughts on an internship at a MBB consulting firm in an office other than New York, Boston, SF versus a “generalist” internship at a top notch Hedge Fund?
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Generalist or not, doing an HF internship will limit you to HFs for the most part. MBB gives you the chance to pivot to other areas later (Corporate, IB, PE etc.). If you want to be in finance/HFs then go for it, if you're unsure as to what to do go with MBB.
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