SA terrified about Return Offer

SA here at a top BB cov group.

Started off slow but had a decent mid summer review where I got a constructive comment about knowing when to ask for help, but was told I was tracking well for an offer (good attitude, hard worker, eagerness to learn etc). Was told to just keep doing what I’m doing and do well on the intern project.

Did well on the intern project, but I feel like everyone else is at the exact same spot as I am. Class seems super strong but I’d say I’m not at the upper end there.

I fit in and love this group and everyone I’ve worked with. I’ve gotten a lot of good feedback with no negatives/warnings, but I don’t think anyone has had anything really negative. It’s made me really enjoy this summer and want to return. But I’m pretty anxious given the strength of the class and decisions being made soon. Have been told offer is ours to lose but not sure what to believe, because there’s never been a 100% return rate.

Would love to hear any thoughts from any past SAs who have been in this situation before / thoughts on how to handle the next two weeks.

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You got  like a week or 2 I’m guessing and you’ll find out. Stop worrying. 

 

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