Prep for SA

So I have a full year before I start my SA stint and I’m really hoping to prep as much as possible. I really, really want the return offer.

For context, Liberal Arts major and I’m gonna be doing M&A at a BB (don’t know if it makes a difference)

I know I probably won’t be allowed to touch a model but I’m working through the Financial Modeling textbook from Wiley (found a PDF online) and I’m trying to figure out the best PP class. Any other input on what else I can be doing to maximize return offer chances and just generally perform well?

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Why would it be lower next year considering they’re hiring to start full time 2025 and anticipating a resurgence in deal activity?

 

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