I am a very hard-working senior at a semi-target looking for FT roles. Heard about a couple of "under the table" openings, and I wanted to learn how I can come across these opportunities more often.
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Networking can be a powerful tool in uncovering job opportunities, particularly in the competitive field of investment banking. As a hard-working senior at a semi-target school, you are in a strong position to take advantage of the connections and insights that can come from networking. If a semi-target there should be a lot of alumni to reach out to.
One way to use networking to your advantage is to seek out and build relationships with people who work in investment banking or have connections to the industry. This could include alumni, professors, and professionals you meet at career fairs or industry events. These individuals may have insider knowledge of job openings, or be able to introduce you to hiring managers or other key decision-makers at investment banks.
It's also worth noting that there are often "under the table" job openings in investment banking, which may not be advertised publicly. These openings can come about through personal connections or referrals, and are often filled before they are even formally posted. By building a strong network of contacts in the industry, you may be more likely to hear about these types of opportunities and get a leg up on the competition.
To make the most of your networking efforts, it's important to be proactive and strategic. Attend industry events and career fairs, join professional organizations, and reach out to people in your network regularly to stay connected and build new relationships. With hard work and determination, you can use networking to uncover job opportunities and launch a successful career in investment banking.
Thanks so much for the reply! I have been networking quite a bit and I hope that I can land something soon!
Bro really copy / pasted this question into ChatGPT 💀
After having the initial phone call how do u check in with them to be aware of the openings?
I'd worry about connecting and stating clearly what your intentions are. I have gotten on the phone before with executives that the first question they will ask you is what are your intentions. Its the same for people in IB/PE. They want to know what your agenda is, typically so that they can help you. In general people won't even pick up the phone unless they have some interest in helping you. (this is not from ChatGPT)
Oh and btw - I'd stay clear of saying something like "Yo you got any openings" and instead phrase it "I'm interested in investment banking as a career and if you have any advice on how to break into the industry ... how to find opportunities" - being directed to their firm is also be helpful - you don't want to come off as uninterested and that this is 1 of 1,000 phone calls you will have.
Look up Randall Kaplan's In Search of Excellence Podcast. He does a good job of being prepared.
Just to back up above and show just how many jobs are filled before they’re officially published.
https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2019/12/27/how-to-get-a-job-often-comes-down-t…
Great article. Unfortunately, most of my network has told me that they aren’t looking to hire at the moment, but I will make sure to keep in touch with them.
same
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