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They don't. They're looking for rising juniors and seniors (i.e. current sophomores and juniors).

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But what about seniors, though? I figure most of them would want an internship before they get a job.

Maybe because (ideally) seniors would already be preparing to work full-time somewhere else?

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But what about seniors, though? I figure most of them would want an internship before they get a job.

Did you come from another industry? Certain industries (PR being one of them), a post-graduate internship is essential to landing an entry-level position. In high finance/consulting, however, the norm is that most college graduates will have already taken an internship (multiple is preferred!) before their senior year. Think of it as a "test drive" for the firm - if their intern does great during his junior year summer, they are more likely to extend him a full-time offer for after graduation.

That way, the student is ready to go as soon as he turns his tassel. And the firm doesn't have to worry because they've already filled half of their 1st-year analyst class using former interns.

Currently: future neurologist, current psychotherapist Previously: investor relations (top consulting firm), M&A consulting (Big 4), M&A banking (MM)
 

Are you talking about SA positions?

Think about it, either a senior will already have accepted an offer and they would investing in them without the opportunity to get them full time or they don't already have an offer and in that case they don't want something no one else wants. Remember, most big banks are taking on interns to get a good pool from which to hire full time.

Also, if they were to take a senior without a job, their new analyst class is already full and if they extended an offer, they would have to wait until the next year to start. Just doesn't make sense all around.

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I think you should do some reading on Mergers and Inquisitions and here before you ask similar questions.

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