Having recently completed my college education and successfully passed CFA Level 1, I possess the skills to construct various financial models. My aspiration is to pursue a career as an equity research analyst. What factors do companies typically consider when hiring analysts for such roles?
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Internship experience. Whether you went to a target school. Grades. Relevant extracurriculars.
That's about it. I'd even dare to say that the ability to model is not essential prior to joining the role.
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