Graduating and realizing I might not want to do IB
Hello,
I am about to graduate from college. I’ve had two IB internships and a 3.8 from a non target. I have nothing line up for when I graduate, but I am thinking about my future and realizing that IB is a career path I might not want to pursue, because of the hours and stress. I realized I wanted IB because of the money, but after getting a prorated salary through my internship, I realized I still felt hollow, even through I thought the money would make me happy. I am unsure on what I want to do out of life, and don’t know what my options are or my passion. Anyone have any tips?
There are thousands of great business jobs available that are not in IB. You already convinced yourself that you don't want to do IB so don't give in to the pressure. Find something you're into that is an also in-demand skill. Good luck
Thanks man. Is there somewhere I can look to see the different types of jobs? Been hyper focused in IB except now and feel screwed
You're definitely not screwed. Look on handshake since you're in college and ofc indeed has some good jobs. You could probably fit in well with more corporate finance or accounting jobs, which are a piece of cake compared to IB
So real
If you're about to graduate and don't have IB lined up, you likely are not going to land it anyway. Just forget about IB and find something else. There are plenty of finance jobs without the IB hours and stress. Look for rotational programs at Fortune 500 companies, corporate finance, FP&A, strategy etc. There are many other paths than this website pretends, IB is not the only job in the world.
I had the option of master in finance but even then I’m not sure. Private credit somewhat interests me
Private credit is a slight improvement from IB but still a long-hours and high-stress job - and generally you need to do IB first to get into it, rarely can you get there from undergrad or MFin unless you get into a tiny boutique through an internship or attend a target.
If you thought IB internship hours were too long I think PC would be a similar experience.
If I were you I'd get some work experience in finance and start figuring out what you actually want to do, instead of paying more money for school with no real goal or differentiated opportunities coming from it. If you decide you want to do something different you can do an MBA down the road.
.
Because only bankers need to eat food, get to work, and pay rent! Bankers are also the only job that have to pay tax...
What's bad about the business model?
Delete
Okay then don’t do it
Dolores repellendus hic fugiat eos beatae. Dolor quisquam ullam ipsam inventore beatae. Praesentium maiores et ducimus et dolorem.
Consequatur quo aut quis consequatur provident officiis. Quia quis est culpa repellendus rerum eligendi. Nostrum sapiente reiciendis consequuntur labore commodi deleniti quia.
See All Comments - 100% Free
WSO depends on everyone being able to pitch in when they know something. Unlock with your email and get bonus: 6 financial modeling lessons free ($199 value)
or Unlock with your social account...