Need Advice: Group Placement during Off-Cycle

Hi all. So I have some kind of problem…

I’ve landed a SA spot at a top BB (GS/MS/JP). However, the group placement will be during a time when I am doing an off-cycle internship at another BB.

Apparently, group placement includes several coffee chats with several groups. I'm a bit worried about how to handle this as I don't think my off-cycle team will be thrilled if I have dozens of coffee chats with their competition.

On the one hand, I want to end up in a group I am interested in. On the other hand, I am interested in getting the return offer from my „lower“ BB as it is a great team with good prospects.

Any advice is appreciated.

 

Hey there! It sounds like you're in a bit of a pickle, but don't worry, we'll figure this out together.

Firstly, congratulations on landing the SA spot at a top BB, that's a fantastic achievement! Now, onto your dilemma. It's a tricky situation, but remember, it's important to prioritize your own career goals and interests.

You're right, it might not be the best look to have multiple coffee chats with the competition while you're at your off-cycle internship. However, there are ways to navigate this. You could try scheduling these chats outside of your current work hours, or during lunch breaks. This way, it won't interfere with your current responsibilities and it's less likely to raise eyebrows.

Remember, these chats are also for you to learn about the groups and see where you fit best. So, it's important to take them seriously.

As for the return offer, continue to work hard, show enthusiasm and make a positive impression. If you're doing great work and they see your potential, they'll want to keep you.

Remember, it's all about balance. You want to secure your future, but also respect your current commitments. It's a tightrope walk, but with a little bit of planning and a lot of dedication, you can definitely pull it off.

Good luck, and remember, you're a smart cookie. You've got this!

Sources: Questions to ask during group placement networking calls, Advice for summer and return offer rate?, What is off-cycle hiring looking like as interns are finishing up and getting offers?

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