One more quick question. As far as applying for summer internships, is it more effective to submit a large amount of applications (such as 25-30 or so) or to target a select 8-10 firms that you might know a little about and that you're really interested in??
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spread a wide net. theres nothing wrong with applying to a LOT of companies, as you never know what can happen. youll obviously hope for those top 8-10, but say that doesnt happen? then what? its always nice to have a backup plan
sorry to be an ass but how can only applying to 8-10 be a better plan. Assuming in your 25 apps, you also apply to 8-10 target ones, how can that strategy be better? its not like sacrificing quality to apply to more so this question doesn't make any sense.
I've heard that you stand a better chance applying to companies whose info sessions you've attended; if you know someone at the firm; have some background knowledge of the firm or otherwise have a connection there. But you're right when you say to apply to your top target schools plus a bunch more in order to spread a wide net. For some reason my career center seemed to think the 30 drop, 2 interview strategy wasnt the way to go..I dont know why
both or either. depends on who you are.
Spread a wide net, but if you are a strong candidate and know what you want to do, only apply for that division in each firm since many banks only allow you to have a superday with one division. I was screwed by a few companies this recruiting season where I did well enough to move on for multiple divisions but did better in the interview for my second choice. Then you're in the unfortunate and awkward situation where you want to interview with your top choice but you still want to express strong interest with your second choice so you get an offer.
Explain to me how submitting 8-10 is ever a better strategy than submitting 25
if you are a good to great candidate and know what you want.
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