Should I trade up banks to recruit for PE?
Just finished my sophomore internship in a mid tier coverage group at BAML/Barclays. I have a junior offer from MS/GS, and I'm wondering if the benefit is great enough in PE recruiting that I should trade up?
I really liked my team at BAML/Barclays, and would prefer to go back if I still have an equal chance at recruiting for UMM+ PE firms. Will headhunters see that I was a sophomore intern and thus give me a "pass" in having a less prestigious bank?
PE recruiting depends on a variety of factors such as your school, your GPA, your Group and Bank, etc.
If you plan on recruiting off-cycle then staying at a group you like can be helpful because reviews may be more important then.
However, should you be at a non-target school, trading up is more helpful because you'll give HH's a reason to cling onto you.
There is no right or wrong answer per say because if your group at BAML/Barclays loves you and they will be more supportive of you and you'll have a great time.
However, especially at this stage in your career, the junior offer at MS/GS will open more doors for you and I'd recommend going there. Just remember that if you were 5 6 years out in your career, personal preference > brand. But for the time being, MS/GS will serve you well.
No offense but aren't you also a student?
No I am unfortunately I wish I was. But what makes you think I am a student?
how does soph recruiting work for baml/barclays? (or how did it work for you?)
My school is a major target for the bank and sends 2-3 sophomores yearly. I did a hirevue to superday in the fall.
Unequivocally yes.
yeah
Honestly it depends on so many different things, but just to make it easier on you: take MS/GS. Can’t go wrong.
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