Trying to re-recruit after S&T at a BB last summer

To re-recruit effectively after not receiving a return offer in S&T, here’s a structured approach based on the most helpful WSO content:

1. Evaluate Your Options

• Markets Roles: If you enjoyed S&T, targeting similar roles in other banks or firms could be a natural fit. Highlight your experience and skills from your internship to demonstrate your value.
• Investment Banking: Transitioning to IB is possible, but you’ll need to craft a compelling narrative about why you’re making the switch. Focus on transferable skills like financial analysis, client interaction, and market knowledge.
• Other Finance Roles: Consider roles in corporate finance, consulting, or even private equity if they align with your interests. These can still keep you within the broader finance umbrella.

2. Craft Your Story

• Be prepared to explain why you didn’t get a return offer. Frame it positively, focusing on what you learned and how you’ve grown from the experience.
• Develop a clear and concise narrative about your career goals and why you’re passionate about the roles you’re targeting.

3. Network Aggressively

• Reconnect with Contacts: Reach out to people you met during your internship, alumni from your school, and professionals in your target roles. Use LinkedIn, alumni networks, and cold emails to expand your reach.
• Leverage Alumni: Your semi-target school likely has alumni in finance. Reach out to them for advice, informational interviews, and potential referrals.
• Meetups and Events: Join finance-related meetups or professional groups to build new connections.

4. Prepare for Interviews

• Technical Skills: Brush up on technical skills relevant to your target roles. Use resources like WSO guides, financial modeling templates, and mock interviews to prepare.
• Behavioral Questions: Practice answering behavioral questions, especially around your internship experience and why you’re re-recruiting.
• Market Knowledge: Stay updated on market trends and news to demonstrate your interest and expertise.

5. Target Firms Still Recruiting

• Research firms that are still hiring for full-time roles. Smaller firms, boutiques, or firms with off-cycle recruiting processes may have openings.
• Keep an eye on job boards, company websites, and WSO threads for updates on recruiting timelines.

6. Stay Persistent

• Re-recruiting can be challenging, but persistence is key. Keep applying, networking, and improving your skills to increase your chances of landing a role.

By following these steps, you can position yourself for success in re-recruiting and find a role that aligns with your goals in the finance industry.

Sources: The First 3 Things You Should Do if You’re Part of The Layoffs, Stand Out as a Non-Target: Recruiting (Part 1 of 4), How to Navigate FT Recruiting: Learn from My Successes/Failures, Would appreciate some advice, Non-Target Recruiting Guide Part I: Resume and Networking