Traveling for Work

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights regarding travel expectations for different firms:

Firms with Heavy Travel:

1. MBB Firms (McKinsey, BCG, Bain)

   • Travel is a significant part of the job, often requiring weekly flights to client sites.
   • McKinsey NA considers the continent broadly as 'one office,' making it easy to get staffed far and wide, including cross-country travel.
   • BCG tends to staff more regionally but still involves substantial travel.

2. Investment Banking

   • Travel can be frequent, especially for client meetings and deal negotiations.
   • Analysts and associates may have last-minute travel requirements, including international flights.

Firms with Lower Travel:

1. LEK Consulting
   • Known for lower travel requirements compared to other consulting firms.

International Travel:

1. Firms with International Platforms
   • Many people work on international deals and manage money globally from HQs in major cities like NYC, LDN, LA, SF, CHI, HK.
   • These roles often involve international business travel, including off-hour phone calls and occasional trips abroad.

Firms with Offices in Both NYC and LDN:

1. Major Investment Banks and Consulting Firms
   • Many have offices in both NYC and LDN, providing opportunities for exposure to both cities.
   • Examples include Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, McKinsey, BCG, and Bain.

Considerations:

• Travel Intensity: NYC to Chicago is different from NYC to Dubai, and the intensity of travel can vary significantly.
• Personal Preferences: If you dislike traveling, consider firms with lower travel requirements or specific roles that minimize travel.

For more detailed insights, you can refer to the specific threads and discussions on Wall Street Oasis.

Sources: Some Thoughts on Managing Multiple Offers (Consulting / MBB), 20 Most Frequently Asked Questions - London Edition, Q&A: Strategy consulting Associate Partner offering career advice, Outside NYC/SF, how would you rate cities for finance/consulting/corporate opps?, Why would anyone willingly choose to live in NYC / SF / CHI?