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+1 DB also restarted it in the US at least. Works at Deutsche Bank
+1 Definitely a path there (especially if at Barnard or Wellesley). Recommend networking early, reading about the industry, and keeping up with global markets. cornellmonkey96
+1 Nobody except the MD and HR want them there and they too are keen because they have DEI (gender) quotas to meet which dictate bonuses. Principal in IB - Cov
+1 Its wraps cuz the kid who isnt going out and drinking lots of beer is going to mog you Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 You’re right. There’s nothing more American than AI slop boomer Facebook images.  IsItREPE
+1 It's like you didn't read my comment. The world is yours to grab by the balls. If you want some plan laid out in front of you with a checklist attached then go into banking and be a checklist slave the rest of your life. lake_michigan
+1 Based on the most helpful WSO content, your plan to join the Navy nuclear program and leverage that experience for a future in finance, particularly in infrastructure PE, is both ambitious and well-structured. WSO Monkey Bot
+1 That sucks buddy, location > job 9/10. Gotta put the lifestyle and personal happiness over the role unless you're actually calling shots somewhere  ILovePrivateEquity
+1 Is chicago banking overrated I feel like it seems like a stretch compared to other places man.  bestman222
+1 No. A 3.8 from Wharton, Harvard, or Yale isn't going to be the reason you get rejected. Adrian.
+1 I wouldn't attach a pitch to every cold email. Most people won't read a full write-up from someone they don't know. Adrian.
+1 I'd take it, assuming the fund has a legitimate investment process and a PM with a decent track record. Adrian.
+1 IsItREPEPokemon Master Pokemon Master
+1 . AnonymousMonkious
+1 For US M7 MBA by far.  For London the pre experience MiF path is much more common through schools like  HEC, LBS, LSE, ESCP, oxbridge, Bocconi and similar. Associate 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Why would you even go back to IB? Have you never considered that there is a life outside of finance and working every weekends as a service provider on some shitty transactions?  Associate 2 in PE - Other
+1 Question is, if you double EBITDA, how much debt do you need to do 3x MOIC. (This is based on IRR to MOIC given a 5yr hold). SOFRsoGood
+1 You’re seeing more niche and independent ER outfits come up that monetize in different ways. acardboardmonkey
+1 jl12: Yeah...  swiss_monkey
+1 I’d say hold off until after ur first year. Pretty sure it’s only good for 2 years (that could be the other licensing exams) but the impact will stand out to recruiters more than clubs. seekinthealpha1
+1 It’s chill Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 Nice people, very sharp seniors, and great training program, but super sweaty team as An or Asso Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 What's different about your personality vs. the other interns? You mention them being very different. That may be it... Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 You're asking why valuations for a SaaS company is lower than it used to be? Have you been living under a rock...? Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 Sorry to say but very tough market - doesn’t hurt to cast a wide net Good luck Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Do pension fund employees get pensions?  If so, then you’re at the right age to maximize (early 30’s) and retire in 20 -25 years.  odog @digitalimmortality.com
+1 Anonymous Monkey: VP in PE - LBOs
+1 Ouch! https://therealdeal.com/texas/2026/07/02/s2-capital-winds-down-first-fund/ Rick Kane
+1 Inaccurate - 2018 vintage is top quartile, led by Kioxia (15x+ deal). And 9 associates from most recent class going to HBS. bananananana123412341234
+1 Berkeley is a liberal hell hole with insufferable people, Cornell is depressing Ithica NY with a suicide net at the bridge, NYU stern is a good choice for IB but the kids aren’t that smart and are really just cookie cutter Associate 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Is this your right to have ~50% seats in hiring and promotions allocated to your gender while you make up 20-30% of the candidate pool? Doesn’t look like equity, more like self-serving equality of outcome.  Director in IB - Cov
+1 thebrofessorhow do you feel about your prospects for financial independence? imsurance
+1 Thanks for the post! TheFunkyMunky
+1 Use the first internship as a springboard make it genuine that you want to live / work there, connect with alum Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 LevFin has better exits than RX? This is just misinformed and unhelpful Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 I work in one of these groups, and it is entirely dependent on the senior that you work under. Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 Del Del Del del Prospect in IB-M&A
+1 agree with @Anchor . juicebox77
+1 . bigpoppa123
+1 Heard the same. Horrible place to be an Associate. Avoid Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+1 It’s a combination of people lateraling to RBC and MS, and summer analysts not returning Associate 1 in PE - Other
+1 Congrats on surviving Day 1! How was your table? Any notable names? (poker pros, celebrities, etc.) Deo et Patriae
+1 Not an issue as long as you can pass model tests. Honestly, the modeling you do on the job doesn’t prep you for the model tests, so you have to study either way. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 True as well yes Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 Hi thanks for your comment and would like to follow up on that: I cover a dying industry in APAC (about 10 stocks covered) with a worst performing boss internally. Anonymous13765
+1 Not providing laptops is crazy. VD is complete ass.  Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 short term memory recall + processing speed is what you need to be a successful analyst. Intern in IB - Cov
+1 Dude how did you pass the second grade? But on a serious note: 46th percentile is practically right at average, so I don’t see how you’re surprised. Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 https://x.com/sukhoiConvexity/status/1284870263889448960 Investment Analyst in S&T - Other
+1 Single player, which I think is better because it maps to how work gets done (e.g., you cut data and put it in a deck, get comments back, turn the comments). Associate 1 in Consulting
+1 Uphill climb for anyone, and especially for international students, but taking a STEM OPT eligible degree/major should give you work authorization to accept a return offer. JamieDimonkey
+1 I did a lot of research on this when I was a first year Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+1 I think db reopens briefly in August Intern in IB - Gen
+1 RSM has one of the best value for money! I would go for it except if you have LBS/LSE or Oxford. Those really increase your chances the others less! boib_1
+1 I got your frustration, however, here I am - 10 yoe senior engineer looking to get into finance and trading, so whos wrong now? You or me? kalex
+1 Sounds like they view your company as more SaaS than AI. The ZIRP multiples are never coming back big bro #RIP Amazon Prime
+1 I don’t know if joining the military is the best or most efficient way to break into high finance but good luck soldier Amazon Prime
+1 If you want the best of both worlds, go the paper trading route at a Tier 1 bank. Hanlon
+1 The H1B completely changes the game here. Do not try to re-recruit or rock the boat before day one—you have zero leverage right now, and handling a visa transfer during hasty off-cycle PE recruiting is a massive risk. Hanlon
+1 it's a better offer cuz he was offered a lifeline from a sinking ship Investment Analyst in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Yeah some banks don’t ask for transcript, some don’t even verify. But a lot of these background checks will handle the verifications if I’m not mistaken. Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 tbh with AI already here and only getting better, it'd be much better to stick with nuclear in the long term. the chances of many jobs in finance getting eliminated is pretty high lol.  Sup_Bro23
+1 You should do what you want with no regard for the HH. You don’t owe them anything whatsoever. Amazon Prime
+1 In a middle-level distressed investing role and most of our best hires came from workout-focused roles rather than IB. Associate 1 in Private Credit
+1 I was in your shoes last year. Recruited through summer and really struggled, the only thing you can do is keep your head down and keep connections warm. Prospect in IB - Gen
+1 If rising sophomore at target school, you should be able to transfer to school within t30 despite shit GPA. That gives you a GPA reset. You will then delay grad date to December of 2029 and recruit next year. Intern in IB - Gen
+1 Any ideas on what the interview process / case study looks like? Anonymus21
+1 This. Orient Bambino V7 - looks great and is mechanical (perfect for the IB grind) wallstreetwarrior1
+1 I can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not. I've done this for every job I've ever taken. If it goes wrong then it's a blessing and prob a place full of fuckwits that you don't wanna work at anyway.  brosephstalin
+1 If it is justified by miliary service then no prob! boib_1
+1 my 2c: if you want to do "venture growth", I'd try to recruit for buyouts + use that as a stepping stone. if you want to do early stage venture, I'd join a startup -- this path is harder. RockCapital
+1 One thing you can do is put your Major GPA if it's higher alongside your regular one. Determined
+1 Most of the alpha is generated through value-add activities. For most UMM and MF, this is financial engineering and consolidation. Senior VP in CorpDev
+1 Very helpful. Would you say going to work for a Marriott or Hilton would not be a good move for a career in Hotel development? Analyst 1 in RE - Other
+1 For a standard 10 week summer internship I would say don't attempt to take a single day off unless absolutely necessary (and I am the kind of person who has used 100% of their PTO starting from Analyst 1). lolusernames
+1 Assuming funds will start increasing the weight of your performance in an in-person debrief when making decisions on candidates Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+1 Rsm isn't really a target in London. If you have an IB internship and a consulting one already then just do lse/lbs or similar. You'll have much higher chances this way in landing a London role Intern in IB-M&A
+1 This is a valid point. Makes me want to save up enough money that I can: Principal in PE - LBOs
+1 Reasonable things to want in life mate, good luck! Analyst 3+ in IB - Cov
+1 Attend a LAC and had great success in my recruitment process feel free to PM me AdviceMonkey10
+1 London is a fun idea, but it's just not realistic as a Canadian unless you:  A) grew up in the UK/Europe, went to school there, and ideally have connections back home or  Analyst 2 in IB - Gen
+1 Sounds great, a couple questions if you don’t mind. Are there formal diversity processes or is it just checking off the right boxes on my app? ProspectiveChimp
+1 Honestly what everyone else says on this site. Network, network network. Learn from your team at ur current internship, pick up technicals in ur free time, and have some fun. its not rocket science Tiakola_1
+1 Anonymous13765 highlow123
+1 This is accurate. And if you go to a real developer, you'll want to be at one that is very hands on with asset management / has a management affiliate rather than relying on third parties for it.  brosephstalin
+1 Purely intellectual pursuit if you're in real estate. Some larger box checky shops value it on your resume. In terms of actual application its pretty much useless for real estate. brosephstalin
+1 I’d say run it and whatever happens happens bro  Analyst 1 in IB-M&A
+1 You’ve done everything within your control, appearing “over eager” might hurt you. We just had a long summer weekend so give it another few days before following up with the team Investment Analyst in HF - Event
+1 Much easier said than done - the amount of work to even understand the financial performance of these founder owned businesses is a lot and to build the processes / implement the systems with founders, employees of busines VP in PE - LBOs
+1 Only allow others to fetch your coffees, don’t carry a bag into the office of any sorts (not even a briefcase), slutty lunches on the desk, racket sports for hobbies, no social media Mike_Wagner7
+1 zero Anon_4250
+1 Congrats! Not much to offer other than my group head was a nuke and he’s a beast. Best of luck  Fairlife Chocolate Milken
+1 Anything in Atlanta would be 1 off. I’ve worked in cmbs for 10+ (sad) and I have never heard of a full presence. Mostly some ops teams and a one off originator or two in my experience.  creorigination99
+1 If u wanna land SG(any finance jobs tbf) as an expat you gotta be an asian girl(chinese/korean/japanese/SEA/indian) Otherwise they won't sponsor visas for juniors. Gainone1572
+1 bump isidortsap
+1 There is absolutely no way you are breaking into the industry with that gpa, so you might as well throw a Hail Mary and lie. flakeyassfriends
+1 You act like you just came up with some ground-breaking concept but what you are describing is what essentially every SC/LMM fund has done since forever? This is also a field that is heavily overcrowded. Associate 2 in PE - Other
+1 Just having a black individual in an intern class doesn't implicate he's DEI... Someone must be mature. Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+1 Private credit & hybrid equity teams in PE houses (think MFs and quality upper MM) pay as much as an ASO with a better WLF (in the office 7 to 9pm normally, with some stints with banking-like hours during weeks leading SharperShadow89
+1 I’m pretty sure its the female banker who can take instagram brand deals while working in C&R SAoNothing