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+1 They'll host an information session in the coming fall semester. Just attend that. But if this director is involved in the recruiting process for IB, he'll probably know aswell.  Sterndegen
+1 In your opinion what are the strongest banks to start at as a junior in LevFin, beyond JPM and BofA? qazwsx246
+1 That’s rough — sorry you’re dealing with this. Unfortunately, some banks are super cautious about sponsorship language even if you technically don’t need it for a summer role. andrevc
+1 Thank you for your response. I think what your suggesting is what I will most likely end up doing unless if I get a decent chunk of money from either of those schools which I doubt since they are public universities. SoCalTrader
+1 i would say very few funds in general over $3b are charging 2% fees anymore. I'd say 1.65-1.85 is far more common.  VP in PE - Other
+1 Did the same, transferred into top SoCal school working at MM shop in NYC. PM if you want to talk Uglydataroom
+1 I'm guessing it will be - kids who got it last year for the Feb session got it on Jan 10. Wiggle
+1 Middle management at my current firm is notoriously clogged, and I know that there is no way that anyone in my Analyst class will make it to MD.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 "Everyone has been influenced by the Bible, no point actually finding out at what it said" Lmao moneymaker03
+1 RBC mining is a bucket shop. Paradigm does more 😂 SniffinPanties
+1 Yes it better pass the eye test. But re the call, most bankers will focus on your interests section so make sure that stands out. cms501
+1 Serent is lower middle market, investing in growthy $10-15M ARR founder business; they would be selling into Hg / AKKR, not really competing  MrHuman
+1 Thanks for this - how do you think about probability distributions for bear / base / bull. Should it be 33 / 33 / 33 or 20 / 60 / 20 ?  youshallnotpass
+1 Building football fields is a meticulous process, and based on the most helpful WSO content, here's how it's typically approached: Setup Options: WSO Monkey Bot
+1 Is the 2025 of the 400 questions necessary? or do old versions work too epwoieiw922t
+1 Look into MTS Health Partners marlin_pardon2
+1 Is SA for CHI really starting that soon? I am a little naive to the timeline. monoloco1
+1 bump chimpbusinessachimpsreview
+1 Plastic surgery is not going to fix bad eating habits Ozempic is a band aid, it'll slim you down but you need to make changes to your lifestyle, eating and workout plans. Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+1 SMBC FIG is a solid spot if you want broader exposure to financial institutions and a potential path toward buy-side later, especially if you land in Asset Management or Specialty Finance. andrevc
+1 Thanks yeah on the reviewing work point - i was quite bothered there. I sat down with the md walked him through the structure, sent a detailed overview of machanics, then in IC he mischaracterizes. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 Not worth it to the point to sacrifice anything else to get into PE. But if you get the chance, then go for it.  GS under Blankfein
+1 its ok to be poor throwingawaytime
+1 Cornell and Georgetown take lots of transfer students from community colleges, as well as offer some of the best financial aid in the country for low-income students; I have seen some insane hustlers from both schools, man Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Bump Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 I started in London doing L/S European equities many years ago. I made the move to a US TMT seat and it’s been the best career decision easily. Analyst 3+ in HF - Other
+1 Mad the misfortune of participating in their interview process. As others have pointed out, the firm seemed like a total shit show. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 yes you can, had a very similar path. unfortunately two things to consider - 1) make sure you’re largely tapped in with top clubs and OCR. especially because your bio classes and friends will be far from finance circles. Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Bingo, bingo, bingo ojapar20
+1 What other JPM groups are in Chicago? What are they like Assistant in Acct - Audit
+1 So I'll speak a bit from an American perspective. GPA thresholds, I've seen usually the bar set at like 3.0 for the ABCD houses, but my guess is the unspoken bar is 3.5, so get that up. Substack_Guy
+1 Def BofA from a prestige / exits standpoint. But maybe not on the upward trend like Citi is. Intern in IB - Gen
+1 Yeah, this has been my experience too. I came from BB banking (u can guess which) and now work at a top growth equity fund. BofA_Deez_Nuts
+1 Yeah time to move  midwest_analyst
+1 Prob Asian Bwc shit  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Based, I love advocating for power generation that is 10x as expensive to build, takes 5x as long and is quite literally never completed on time or on budget Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Generally little difference if you’re at a top firm, what matters a lot is your actual deal exp and direct involvement, which obviously varies by group within your firm so yea it matters to a certain extent but not for the Associate 3 in IB-M&A
+1 +1 SB wallstrett
+1 I think the main posts at issue are the “I’ve noticed xyz problem… has anyone else? Cardale Jones
+1 How much are uchi/nu/ preferred at these banks? what % of class do you think are at these schools? tg-sphinxpro
+1 Not true. Jeff HTX is unbeatable in terms of sweatiness. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Also considering leaving my MF to pursue something entrepreneurial. Couple of questions for you: Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+1 Cap Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Yes. You’ll highly likely need to do consulting first before your profile is interesting to PE Firms or recruiters. Relentlessly Pragmatic
+1 . The_FIG_Banker
+1 I'd say stick to ICADE since you're from Madrid. My university has an exchange partnership with ICADE, so anytime I filter for people on LinkedIn, lots of ICADE graduates come up who've landed great roles in London. Lorderic
+1 Anybody else gunning for the SF Tech team? DelusionalDave
+1 Oxford Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Not regarded at all Intern in ER
+1 From my experience, I just started cold applying and getting more looks that way. At the end of the day no one is going to vouch for you from a couple of calls unless you invest heavily into a relationship. Engineer in Risk Mnmgt
+1 know the lyrics to poland lil yachty Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Genuine question, would anyone pick Baird/Blair/Lincoln over Jefferies just because of the Chicago presence? Engineer in Risk Mnmgt
+1 You can frame it as a preference rather than a demand / formal request. andrevc
+1 Anonymous Monkey: Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 You should be fine, from experience, being at LBS a few years back.  If you want to get a job in London, definitely go for LBS. andrevc
+1 Absolutely - it's easy and shows you're prepared and think outside of the box. IB is all about repetitiveness. wallstreetwarrior1
+1 In the exact same boat as you. Working at WF/JPM doing balance sheet lending and I'm ready to blow my brains out each day. Associate 3 in RE - Comm
+1 Appraisal experience is highly valued for certain positions. Look into "Valuations Associate" roles at REPE firms. They are akin to portfolio management, which is arguably more coveted than asset management. Associate 1 in RE - Comm
+1 Dude got one-shotted by a hyperborea edit on his fyp. sasha_j24
+1 Based on the most helpful WSO content, here’s a breakdown of your questions regarding commercial graduate programs at major physical commodity merchants: WSO Monkey Bot
+1 Their initial funds sucked but still raised money because BX. Current fund is going to be one of the most successful mf pools ever. Like 5-6x post fees. Have accidentally hit on a bunch of AI tailwinds. CPDDOUGH
+1 The reality is 95% of places won’t check beyond confirming that you did attend and graduate with the degree that you claim. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+1 IYKYK  Director in IB - Cov
+1 Appreciate the insight. I’m at a lower level ivy not hyp, so would u say still the same affect? Summer Associate in IB - Gen
+1 Congrats on lead left! Oh wait  Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 Agreed. It's still doable, but you are on a tight timeline. Either stay until your hours get better (maybe even at associate level if its a local boutique) or exit after a year or two. Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Outside of specific asset classes and specific locations, there are not a lot of good deals out there hence why its hard to raise money.  Also better more liquid alternatives for people  Rick Kane
+1 Be easy on yourself. I am in a full dev cycle RE job as a development associate. Deals take a LONG time. RE_ofthesouth
+1 Point has hands down worst BD in the business. Always be asking for more details about your team/strategy/pnl/colleagues and never be serious about roles. Analyst 2 in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Since you bring it up, most people and certainly analysts spend 100x the time on the model vs thinking about the right multiple and the chances of re/de-rating. MMPM
+1 From my past experiences and common knowledge. Yes If you ever have to ask a question like that there is something very likely wrong with you champ. The first step is awareness than acceptance and than fixing it. nachocheese
+1 As an international, im gonna give my perspective. Im gonna talk about the sentiment of students applying to colleges as internationals.short answer.It is not even close. fw4532
+1 Right, and most interview processes will end before then. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 After PE this is doable, after just IB it’s tougher. After just IB, I think $120-$150K cash for a 9-5 fully remote is realistic. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 That’s such a tiny fee, and UBS bankers didn’t do much on it with MS and GS doing the real work: Having AI make up a TAM so high retail fell for it Prospect in IB - Cov
+1 A job is just a means to an end. Family first!! Best of luck with your situation Analyst 1 in RE - Comm
+1 Ya lol, I tried getting the A2A here and got cut. Associate 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Going through your post history, if you’re doing well as a nomad I’m not sure I would give it up. Manager in CorpStrat
+1 How do HH's determine where you are likely to accept and get an offer with. It seems weird that they'd only show people to one or two firms. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Moe is complete satellite shop list inaccurate Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Was this for SA or a fulltime role? GHL rx was orders of magnitudes easier vs PJT/EVR back when i recruited Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+1 Thanks for the heads up. Acidnide
+1 following Acidnide
+1 I would add that moving to city B if your team is in city A will hurt your career, no matter how you package your motivations behind the move. If you’re set on your current job, try to embrace city A. NeonOyster
+1 What are they saying?  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Looking at around $2M I think - nothing formal yet. It’s my 4th year in the industry, although I had another unrelated career previously. Analyst 3+ in HF - Other
+1 Okay so there’s your answer - take the job you were offered. patrick_bateman_
+1 Agree, I work at a top BB in a top group in NYC and they are overrated. Join the group with the people you enjoyed speaking with the most. Culture above all. YesIAmWHO
+1 Do you have a masters? I’m not sure this holds true across the industry but all people I know in research value education to a higher extent than other finance careers (PhD preferred, masters okay). NeonOyster
+1 i second this, def feel the same way but recognize it might be very PM-dependent bintangboss
+1 Based on the most helpful WSO content, JPMorgan does offer Off-Cycle positions for Investment Banking roles in London, but these opportunities are typically very limited. WSO Monkey Bot
+1 BofA is so easy it loops around to being hard because it's almost impossible to differentiate yourself. 20 mins of extremely basic technicals, and 20 mins of extremely basic behaviorals, all over zoom. Intern in IB - Gen
+1 X smith532
+1 It is interesting to watch, because the same thing is happening with our analyst, I think it is on par with our average analyst historically, but in a weird way making our analyst weaker as a whole.  Associate 2 in IB-M&A
+1 PrivateTechquity 🚀🚀🚀If you're a guy that keeps count, you're either a loser or autistic. Whatever1984
+1 Buddy of mine interviewed there recently. Definitely a stuffier shop for their size and mandates. VP in PE - Growth
+1 sent you a DM goodkidG
+1 Yes - HCOL. But I know at my level, my peers in other markets have the same comp structure. What are you currently at and what are your expectations of compensation at the upper levels?  Developer in RE - Res
+1 One ultrawide for IBD, two for markets Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 . fTheVix