2025 SA recruiting help

Based on previous WSO threads, here are some insights and suggestions for your 2025 Summer Analyst (SA) recruiting:

Suggestions for Companies to Apply To:

1. Investment Banking (IB):

   • Bulge Bracket Banks (BB): Goldman Sachs (GS), JPMorgan (JPM), Morgan Stanley (MS), etc.
   • Elite Boutique Banks (EB): Evercore, Lazard, Moelis & Company, etc.
   • Middle Market Banks: Jefferies, Houlihan Lokey, etc.

2. Consulting:

   • Top Firms: McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company.
   • Boutique Firms: Oliver Wyman, LEK Consulting, etc.

3. Private Equity (PE):

   • Megafunds: Blackstone, KKR, Carlyle Group.
   • Middle Market PE Firms: Riverside Company, Audax Group, etc.

4. Venture Capital (VC):

   • Top Firms: Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Accel Partners.

5. Hedge Funds:

   • Top Firms: Bridgewater Associates, Citadel, Millennium Management.

Recruiting Timeline:

• Investment Banking:

  • Bulge Bracket and Elite Boutique Banks: Typically start recruiting as early as February/March of the year before the internship (e.g., February/March 2024 for 2025 SA positions).
  • Middle Market Banks: May start a bit later, around April/May 2024.

• Consulting:

  • Top Firms: Recruiting usually begins in the fall of the year before the internship (e.g., September/October 2024 for 2025 SA positions).

• Private Equity and Venture Capital:

  • Less Structured: Timelines can vary, but many firms start looking for candidates around the same time as IB, or slightly later.

• Hedge Funds:

  • Varied Timelines: Some may start as early as IB, while others may recruit closer to the internship start date.

Tips for Non-Target Students:

1. Networking:

   • Start reaching out to alumni and professionals in your desired industry as early as possible.
   • Attend industry conferences, webinars, and networking events.

2. Resume and Cover Letter:

   • Tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight relevant experiences and skills.
   • Emphasize any finance-related coursework, internships, and extracurricular activities.

3. Online Applications:

   • Regularly check company websites and job boards for application openings.
   • Apply as soon as applications open to increase your chances.

4. Interview Preparation:

   • Practice technical and behavioral interview questions.
   • Utilize resources like WSO guides, mock interviews, and study groups.

5. Leverage Resources:

   • Use platforms like Wall Street Oasis (WSO) for insights, advice, and networking opportunities.

If you need more specific advice or have further questions, feel free to ask!

Sources: PE Lateral Recruiting Advice/Stories/Help?, SA and Full Time Recruiting 2020 thread, Please help me understand PE recruiting in the lower middle market., SA2022 Recruiting Timeline, 2021 Recruiting.... Chances, tips, timeline?