Mar 26, 2022

Top Energy Investment Banks? Goldman vs. Lazard

Hi. I am a sophomore trying to figure out which firm to commit to for my 2023 internship. I will likely have superdays with Lazard and Goldman next week. Any advice?

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Goldman

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monkeyforbrains

This was discussed last week or so. Search for it

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Patrick Basedman

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how about you shut the fuck up?

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Analyst 1 in IB - Gen

Are you interested dealflow, exit ops, prestige? Go with GS

Are you interested in WLB? Go with Lazard

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Merger vs Acquisition vs Takeover and Amalgamation

Pussy galore

Get the offer first

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Incoming Analyst in IB-M&A

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