Recruiting - What to expect when it's so early

Would especially appreciate insight from PE professionals and those who have recruited in the last year. My question is - what will interviews be like if they presumably start this summer for first years and most of us have very limited deal experience? Thanks everyone.

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I'm not sure. I've been told by colleagues to be ready in August for HHs and then recruiting in the following month. And yes, I realize it sounds ridiculously early.

 

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