Working at a bank during college?
Hi, I have an opportunity to be employed at a BoA as a teller part time starting fall semester (undergrad).
Would this be a good idea? I'm a bit confused because although it'd probably pay better and it's way more relevant to my career interests than flipping burgers and whatever else, I don't want to "limit" myself. If I work as a teller for my next 3 years of school, when it comes time to look into IBD, consulting, etc, will I have options? I read on Glassdoor that it can be tough to exit the teller role once you've done it for a while, which is why I ask. Is my situation different because I'm still in undergrad and not a full time teller? Would this look good on my resume?
//www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/bank-teller-during-undergrad
Not particularly useful, but if its that vs flipping burgers, then obviously choose this because: 1. It probably pays more 2. It shows an early, albeit superficial interest in finance 3. You wont look and smell like shit at work
You could always go for part-time unpaid PWM if you're in it for the experience rather than the money.
I did this... instead of burger flipping at WENNIES.
dont do it. IMO this questions shows how naive you are.
Make sure you actually study what banking / consulting actually is and what the job outlook is like for the next few years.
Troll. And comin from me thats bad
Do not do this unless you really need the money. If you do not want to pursue a career in retail banking, do not do this for the next three years and think it'll be an easy transition into banking (it won't). It will not lead anywhere but retail banking unless you're this guy:
http://www.hbs.edu/mba/perspectives/students/2011/ccoto.html
Work there freshmen year, do something else your second year.
Sorry, guess this was kind of a dumb question. And no, I'm not trolling.
I just wanted to see if there was anyway that working at a bank (I realize that it's not investment banking) would help me out, as in being around a business/finance atmosphere, as opposed to delivering pizzas or working at a J. Crew or something.
I will forget about it. Thanks guys.
Bank Tellers are in sales? What did I miss?
I'll heed your suggestion bearing. I do need the money to help me pay for school, this isn't really a just for fun deal. I'd look for an internship if I wanted something like that.
I woudn't forget about it. It is a good way to make cash while working in an office environment during school. It won't lead to banking but it's still a good job compared to retail/fast food jobs your peers get.
Don't do this if you are not needy for money merchant account. Concentrate on your study but if you take this like to get professional experience with your studies that will help you in future, than you should avail this opportunity. Keep in mind one thing that your study will not be effected at any cost.
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