Group Placement for SA 2022

Question

Hello, accepted an offer at JPM for generalist and HR told me group placement happens in January (2022) after some networking sessions between groups and interns. Is it normal to look up current analysts/ associates in favorable groups and try and network now? Or should I wait closer to January?

If I do network now, is it bad to ask how sweaty it is within the group? I am happy to suck it up as a SA but I want to not get too fucked. Any info or tips welcomed, not trying to flex JPM but I don't believe MS or GS do group placement like JPM. Could be wrong though.

creditORpe · Accepted Answer

Grouo placement is final. In response to OP, if actual group placement events and placement day is January, you should definitely start before. For example, mind was in April and I began reaching out to people in November (like 2-3) and actually started in like January. Early on its important not to be too aggressive since it is early. Also at first just find out about what a lot of the groups are like, don’t tell one group early you’re super interested before talking to at least a few groups. As it gets closer to the process, you want to talk more to your top 3 and 100% indicate interest.

punk · Answer

1.  Is it normal to look up current analysts/ associates in favorable groups and try and network now?

Definitely does not hurt and actually shows your interest which is a positive. Don't discount the little things, they go a long way toward securing your final offer

2. If I do network now, is it bad to ask how sweaty it is within the group?

Do not directly ask this unless you're on personal terms with that person because this does not reflect well.

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