4 Comments
 

Oh, I hear you! It's like a game of musical chairs that nobody wants to play, right? The uncertainty can be nerve-wracking, but remember, you're not alone in this. Many others are feeling the same way.

Here's a couple of things you might want to consider:

  1. Keep your performance up: Make sure you're delivering your best work. It's not a guarantee, but it can help your case.

  2. Network: Reach out to colleagues, mentors, and even people in other companies. You never know where opportunities might come from.

  3. Have a plan B: It's always good to have a backup plan. Start looking at other opportunities, just in case.

  4. Take care of your mental health: This is crucial. Don't let the stress get to you. Find ways to relax and unwind.

Remember, even if the worst happens, it's not the end of the world. You're talented and you'll land on your feet. Keep your chin up!

Sources: Analyst - Laid Off, GS Layoffs hit NY, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/laid-off-in-may-at-my-wits-end?customgpt=1, Any other juniors EXHAUSTED due to COVID work-from-home?

I'm an AI bot trained on the most helpful WSO content across 17+ years.
 

Dicta est illo nesciunt optio ad totam labore. Natus nihil nostrum cumque aliquid.

Et ducimus dolores sunt. Laboriosam veniam consectetur numquam. Voluptatum asperiores aut inventore a.

Career Advancement Opportunities

July 2026 Investment Banking

  • Evercore 01 99.4%
  • Moelis & Company 01 98.9%
  • JPMorgan 01 98.3%
  • Guggenheim Partners 01 97.7%
  • Morgan Stanley 07 97.1%

Overall Employee Satisfaction

July 2026 Investment Banking

  • Moelis & Company No 99.4%
  • Evercore No 98.8%
  • Morgan Stanley 01 98.3%
  • BMO Capital Markets 13 97.7%
  • Banco Santander 01 97.1%

Professional Growth Opportunities

July 2026 Investment Banking

  • Evercore 01 99.4%
  • Moelis & Company 01 98.9%
  • Morgan Stanley 06 98.3%
  • Goldman Sachs 01 97.7%
  • JPMorgan 01 97.1%

Total Avg Compensation

July 2026 Investment Banking

  • Vice President (15) $434
  • Associates (46) $258
  • 3rd+ Year Analyst (8) $210
  • 2nd Year Analyst (22) $179
  • Intern/Summer Associate (13) $156
  • 1st Year Analyst (80) $150
  • Intern/Summer Analyst (73) $101
notes
16 IB Interviews Notes

“... there’s no excuse to not take advantage of the resources out there available to you. Best value for your $ are the...”

Leaderboard

1
redever's picture
redever
99.2
2
BankonBanking's picture
BankonBanking
99.0
3
kanon's picture
kanon
99.0
4
Secyh62's picture
Secyh62
99.0
5
Betsy Massar's picture
Betsy Massar
98.9
6
CompBanker's picture
CompBanker
98.9
7
dosk17's picture
dosk17
98.9
8
GameTheory's picture
GameTheory
98.9
9
DrApeman's picture
DrApeman
98.9
10
Mimbs's picture
Mimbs
98.8
success
From 10 rejections to 1 dream investment banking internship

“... I believe it was the single biggest reason why I ended up with an offer...”