Should I include trading and AM work experience in my CV?
I did a spring at Susquehanna and at PIMCO, however i want to apply for summer internships in M&A. Should i include these experiences on my CV even though they have no direct relevance?
Absolutely, you should include your experiences at Susquehanna and PIMCO on your CV, even if they aren't directly related to M&A. Based on the most helpful WSO content, having strong names like Susquehanna and PIMCO on your resume can significantly enhance your profile. These experiences demonstrate that you’ve successfully navigated competitive interview processes and gained exposure to high-caliber financial environments, which is highly valued in M&A recruiting.
Here’s why it’s beneficial: 1. Prestige and Credibility: Recognizable names like Susquehanna and PIMCO signal to recruiters that you’ve worked in rigorous, professional settings. 2. Transferable Skills: Even if the roles weren’t directly related to M&A, you likely developed analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills that are applicable across finance roles. 3. Storytelling in Interviews: These experiences can help you craft a compelling narrative about your interest in finance, your ability to adapt, and how your diverse background makes you a stronger candidate for M&A.
Just ensure that when you list these experiences, you focus on the transferable skills and accomplishments that align with M&A. For example, highlight any financial modeling, market analysis, or teamwork you were involved in.
Sources: What should go on my resume and cover letter in my circumstance for internship applications (RE specific), Did my GPA screw up my application?, Filtering resumes - what I looked for when screening 200+ resumes, What offers would you take over a BB S&T?, Q&A 2.0: 3rd Year BA/A/AC At MBB Going To UMM/MF This Summer
Yes, absolutely you should. Those are big brand names and will help no matter where you’re applying. Obviously it would be better if they were M&A-related; but you’d be stupid not to include them at all.
You’re a student, and at the end of the day firms expect students to try out different fields in their internships than where they might end up full time. Just having those brands on your resume at all is a huge vote of confidence.
did you just come here to humble brag?
Were these actual spring weeks or just the 2 hour online webinar for both because that makes a difference ?
pimco spring week is pimco prep which literally anyone can sign up for
in eu sig do an online discovery day with something like 400-500 + people
tells u all u need to know
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