Sophomore summer
Which would be better for sophomore summer if goal is BB IB
Boutique IB
can provide more info if helpful, thanks!
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Assuming you have both offers:
Several things matter. M&A and RX is typically more attractive in your CV than ECM/DCM. And the type of PE fund also matters (i.e real estate PE / asset aquisition-type PEs are not so good compared to whole-company LBO-type funds).
If goal is BB IB, focus 1st on whichever has the best name / market reputation that you can leverage to get BB IB doors open for your junior summer. Then focus 2nd on the position / group / exposure you’ll get.
From what I read, PE 4bn AUM seems better than some unknown Boutique IB. Also might help you pivot back to PE in the future if you so desire.
Assuming you don’t have both offers:
Whichever offer you get lmao.
Good luck.
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