Moving for FT IB to Boston: will I hate it?
Currently weighing two FT offers: better seat in a smaller Boston office vs a more standard role in New York City. I grew up on the West Coast and did internships in NYC, so I’m used to the late-night energy grabbing food after midnight, bars still going, always something happening. How big is the culture shift day to day? I keep hearing nightlife shuts down early around 1–2am as people think.
If I end up in Boston, where do young analysts actually live to have a social life? Also, if the office is small, is it hard to build a crew quickly?
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's what you need to know:
Culture Shift: NYC vs. Boston
Where to Live as a Young Analyst
Building a Crew in a Small Office
Final Thoughts
If you’re someone who thrives on NYC’s late-night energy and constant activity, Boston will feel like a shift. However, it’s a livable, fun city with a strong young professional scene. The key is to embrace the earlier nightlife and focus on building connections both inside and outside of work. If the Boston offer is significantly better for your career, it’s worth considering the trade-offs.
Sources: Moving to Boston - Suggestions, How is living in Boston?, NYC worth it?
boston calmer than nyc. night life is all students i can attest to this (after previous internships there in IB compared to the ones i did in NYC). ngl i hated boston personally, just too calm and too much student activity (ignore my title its changed).
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