What Should Trading Assistants Wear To Work

I got an intern position as a trading assistant for the fall. I got the position through a phone interview so I didn't even go into the firm. What's proper attire for a trading assistant and what should I wear on the first day?

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Not typical of traders to wear ties (from what I've seen), but would agree with Bobb and wear suit and tie.

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no ties. but you will wear a tie on the first day.

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Not sure with some of the responses here - it depends on the firm. What is the dress code on the trading floor? If not sure, then find out. No need to overdress if everyone else is wearing business casual.

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So it's bulge bracket firm and I was told business casual by the employer but previous people who have held the position have told be a suit (no tie). Not sure which to go with? What is business casual considered on Wall Street?

 
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@jay44 Just wear a suit no tie dude. Most traders are business casual but it isn't like you can't take the coat off. My BB is business casual and even I wear a jacket for some stuff. If previous people told you to do it, it cannot hurt. Risk vs reward man, plain and simple.

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