work for ib pe arm as an associate?

what do you guys know about the private equity arms of various big investment banks as compared to different pe shops?

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newbie2banking

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I've got another question... Anyone here know what's the meaning of life? Thanks!

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mfbraun

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I'm interested in this as well

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