UK SA 2026 CV Questions

Here’s what you need to know based on the most helpful WSO content:

1. Freshman Year Internship (2018):

   • If the internship is from 2018 and you now have 2.5 years of full-time IB experience, it’s likely time to remove it. WSO threads emphasize that older, less relevant experiences should be cut as your resume evolves. The focus should be on showcasing your most recent and impactful roles.
   • Exceptions might apply if the brand name is exceptionally strong and adds significant value to your profile, but even then, it’s better to prioritize space for your deal experience or other recent achievements.

2. Internship at the Same Bank Before Full-Time Role:

   • WSO advice is clear: if you’ve transitioned from an internship to a full-time role at the same bank, you should consolidate the roles under one entry. This avoids redundancy and allows you to dedicate more space to highlighting your deal experience, which is far more critical for SA recruiting.
   • For example, list it as:
     Boutique Investment Bank
     Analyst (Full-Time): [Dates]
     Intern: [Dates]
   • Then, focus the bullet points on your most significant contributions and deal experience.

3. Military Experience:

   • Military service can be a strong differentiator, especially in leadership-heavy roles. WSO threads suggest placing it under Work Experience if it involved significant responsibilities or leadership.
   • Alternatively, if you want to emphasize leadership qualities, you can include it under a Leadership Experience or Additional Information section alongside extracurriculars like society president roles.
   • The placement depends on how you want to frame the narrative. If the military experience demonstrates skills directly relevant to IB (e.g., teamwork, discipline, leadership), it might be better under Work Experience.

Final Tips:

• Keep your CV concise and focused on what’s most relevant to the role you’re targeting.
• Highlight deal experience prominently, as this is what recruiters will prioritize.
• Avoid cluttering your CV with outdated or less impactful experiences.

Good luck with your UK SA 2026 recruiting!

Sources: Investment Banking Resume Template - Official WSO CV Example, My Four Year Plan, Resume templates for associate recruiting, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/venture-capital/internship-at-startup?customgpt=1, Does it matter what B-school I attend for investment banking?