Lost in IB - Can’t land a job

I have been applying to iB for the past 6months. So far I only got 2 interviews of which I made it to the 3rd round. I have a undergrad degree in Actuarial science and masters in finance but no internship or work experience in the industry. I was trying get a fall internship but there doesn't seem to be limited options. Never felt this lost in my life. I could do with your advice. Please help.

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I also have a Masters in finance, not a bad degree to have in BB. Had no internships or placements before I started and had to travel / interview / hustle a fair bit to get it done. Not impossible, but can be done if:

1) you are organized (write everything down, get feedback, etc)
2) don't give up, apply everywhere (if NYC is full, ask for referrals in other locations like Chicago, Charlotte, etc)
3) use your network more, ask every single person you know for a resume push
4) have a plan B. Mine was to move to another country in order to work in BB. yours might be different.

Best of luck to you.

 

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