Title says it all - currently considering on-cycle as I head into first year analyst stint but concerned about my chances. Graduated from a semi-target (UVA/Northwestern/USC), solid GPA, about to start at top EB group (EVR/MOE/PJT). Heard basically only HYPWS get PE jobs regardless of group - is this true?
Jul 24, 2020
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Not true. Yes, you should recruit, but only if you feel that you are ready.
I've been studying hard for interviews but don't have great deal experience from my summer - if on-cycle happens within the first week is that going to play against me?
Yeah this is objectively false. Maybe at really snooty places it'll make a marginal difference but IMO once you're at a true EB like the listed banks, PE shops will really want you regardless. Good luck!
not true at all. At EVR/MOE/PJT, you are in an amazing position to get into PE if you're prepared for on-cycle. Just look at the analysts above you and you'll see
I will say that most people above even from my group seem to have been from targets. How do I standout against the HYPWS kids during interviews?
Everyone has already said this - you're fine man. Marginal difference in outcomes, many many seats are out there for you. Whoever told you that is either lying or wildly misinformed.
EDIT: Also, lmao at putting USC with UVA... 99% chance you go to USC.
usc is ranked higher lol
Aren't they comparable? USC has a much lower acceptance rate.
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