Stupid or Smart?
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I'd say no. Doing a lateral move to a FT role should be pretty doable with a year or so of work experience
Appreciate the response, I think you're right. It would probably look bad to recruiters seeing someone leave a FT CB spot for an IB internship - they would probably be thinking "why the hell would this kid leave a FT job for an internship." They would most likely question my judgement.
Yes that would be really stupid. Just keep an eye out for off-cycle FT roles and something is bound to pop up
Agreed with above. It would be a stupid move if there was a chance for the internship to lead to an FT offer but without that chance it's really not a good idea. Just keep trying for FT roles. If your resume came across my desk and I saw that you left an FT corporate banking role for an internship I'd question your sanity and toss it.
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