Failed to secure an IB offer - what now?
Hi everyone, I'm making this post because I wasn't able to get a summer 2025 offer at any investment banks and things are looking pretty hopeless for IB now. I'm from a non target but have a pretty strong resume and was able to secure a few super days and good amount of interviews - just never received an offer. I was never ride or die for IB and realize that most spots are filled, so I'm now wondering what my best pivot would be at this point in time considering the fact that I'd still like to work on Wallstreet.
Same boat. It's essential now to make quick decisions. The advice I've gotten is to continue networking but expand your network to roles that are similar or "stepping stones," such as Big 4 TAS, Rating agency credit analyst, etc, or other front office roles such as Equity Research S&T, corporate banking, etc. Additionally, I'd still keep hammering the banking apps and network. It's most likely too late to get an offer from Goldman or Evercore. However, there are still plenty of Wedbush, Fifth Third, Jannay, and Cantor type banks, not to mention plenty of regional boutiques that are either just opening or still haven't opened apps yet. Plus, people renege and refuse to follow through on offers, etc., which happens throughout the summer and fall and can provide some surprise opportunities. I know people who've gotten offers for great places as late as October of their Junior Year. It's challenging to be a non-target without an offer this late, but if you keep your head down and hustle as hard as you can, you'll land something. The fact that you've managed to get super days is a good sign, as I know a few people who haven't even gotten that far. Remember: you only need one offer, so keep at it until you land something. We'll get something as long as we continue to network, practice interview skills, and grind ourselves into the ground. Good luck!
Voluptatibus dolorem facere ducimus numquam et neque. Veniam inventore ipsam ad totam aspernatur. Voluptas nostrum natus ut nam minus sed. Et nesciunt est dolores expedita. Quia rerum eum atque dolore repellendus veniam nisi quisquam.
Et tempora eveniet est voluptatibus atque quam. Similique placeat quia et iure in tempora. Officiis ducimus dolorem non sunt nihil.
Nemo laboriosam sint mollitia qui est molestiae corporis. Quasi perferendis impedit nam quibusdam sit maxime quod. Tempore voluptas excepturi rerum ab aperiam commodi vitae. Illum et quae laborum consequuntur sit ab.
See All Comments - 100% Free
WSO depends on everyone being able to pitch in when they know something. Unlock with your email and get bonus: 6 financial modeling lessons free ($199 value)
or Unlock with your social account...