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Hi, I graduated with a Master's degree in International Business with a concentration on corporate finance. Looking for some help on how a non US citizen can break into IBD or PE here in NYC.
Hi, I graduated with a Master's degree in International Business with a concentration on corporate finance. Looking for some help on how a non US citizen can break into IBD or PE here in NYC.
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Best way is to get an internship. If this doesn't work for you, then the "normal route"; apply to a ton of jobs and use your network. Good luck!
Agree with Ed. Focus on networking and school alumni to break in. Applying to a ton of jobs may not be the most efficient given international student status--some companies would reject outright because of their no sponsorship policy. Focus most of your efforts on networking for larger firms.
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