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Life in Boston?
Moving from NYC to Boston for a buyside gig at 24 yrs old. Never lived there before and won't really have any friends going in. I've done some research on where to live but just looking for other general thoughts.
OpenView Shut Down
Does anyone have insight into OpenView's sudden closure? Link: https://www.theinformation.com/articles/vc-firm-o…
Boston Housing
Moving to Boston 8/1 to start a new buyside role and looking for a 1B w/ in-unit laundry in case anyone is ending a lease / knows of an opening. Open to the following neighborhoods: South End (within Mass Ave / Tremont St) Back Bay Beacon Hill Bay Village Also happy to discuss being a roommate /...
Regional MBB Office vs T2 Strategy Consulting Firm in T1 City (Full Time)
Hi everyone, I will be interning at a T2 strategy firm (OW/EY-P/L.E.K/etc.) this summer at a T1 city (NYC/SF/etc.) and am looking for advice. It has been my absolute dream to be at MBB and I have a job offer lined up with an MBB regional office (St. Louis/Cleveland/Houston/etc.) for full time....
Which East Coast City to Live In?
I might be accepting a fully remote job soon in which case I could live in any East Coast city. I will finally be buying my first home, and so home prices are one of the big items I'm taking a look at. Looking to spend around $800k-1mm. I've lived in Philly and NYC before; never been to Boston and...
Boston University or Babson College
Hey y'all, I might not be the most intelligent person in this discussion compared to other deciding IVY league school, but I wanna work in finance (IB, Hedge, Private Equity) and I was wondering if anyone has a suggestion on which of the two schools I should attend? I know both school have people...
College Decision Advice: Syracuse vs UConn
Hi, I'm looking to break onto wall street, thinking IB, Equity Research, M&A, or something math related(my dream is quant but I'm aware that's extremely hard to get into, so I think I might want to pursue an MFE after undergrad). I also might want to pursue an actuarial career. Unfortunately because...
Lazard Boston
Any updates on Lazard tech Boston? Is this still one of the sweatiest groups? Would appreciate any insight.
Places with best chances to get into buy-side in the US
Dear all, Me, the wife, and the kids live in Europe at the moment. Wife got an opportunity to move laterally to the US with a big 4. I will look for a buy-side role once I get the work permit out of the way. My wife can choose between Boston, NYC, Chicago, Charlotte, Dallas, Miami. There seems to be...
Boston S&T
Im interested in s&t and living in Boston. What are the best desks there? I know there are a lot of equity desks there to serve the long-only community but what else is there?
Audax PE out of undergrad
Interested in pursuing PE right out of undergrad and would love to know more about them for FT recruiting. I'm aware they're quite strong in the MM space w/ an aggressive buy and build approach (which I imagine yields to tons of deal reps). Few questions in mind: 1. I've heard concerns about WLB,...
Opinions on Aeris Partners SA?
I'm a junior at a semi-target/regional target in Boston and have received a SA offer for Aeris Partners. Looks like they work on pretty decent middle-upper middle market SAAS exclusive M&A deals. And they opened in the West Coast recently. Any opinions on the firm? Had interviews in MM (HL/Stifel)...
What not to miss in Boston
My wife and I are spending 2 days in Boston this October as we tour/check out schools there. She's never been, and I want her to fall in love. What are the places that we should go/things we should do while we're there to ensure that she loves it? For context, we don't drink alcohol and aren't as...
Looking for opportunities to jump into PE / PC in the US from London
Hi everyone, I am a student in Europe and will join as an investment analyst of PE/PC in London (think BX/KKR/WB/GS/Carlyle/CVC/Bain in terms of AuM and brand name). From a tier 1-1.5 school in Europe (probably no name in the US but we have awesome exchange/double degree programs with Harvard, MIT,...
Best Boston Real Estate Shops for Post MBA
Hey - I'm about to start an MBA Program at a M7 school this fall and am pivoting into real estate. I haven't been able to find great information on this, but what are some of the best shops in Boston? Where should I be targeting? Thanks in advance for the help and happy to provide more details if...
RJ Tech Services
I know that this is RJ's busiest group. How is the culture of the group and how bad are the hours really, for both Boston and Atlanta? Is this a good place for a career banker?
Undergrad Senior w/ IB offer takes CFA Level 1?
Hey guys, Looking for some advice here I go to a public target (UVA/Berkeley/Michigan/UTAustin) & I've secured a FT role from an upper mid-market bank in NYC (Jefferies/RBC/William Blair) doing IB. My goal is eventually jump into a L/S fundamental HF after my 1-2 year analyst stint and I've seen...
Boston as an Asset Management Hub
Being a sucker for regional economics history and how certain niches develop over time, especially in finance (venture capital in SF/Silicon Valley, IB in NYC, derivatives in Chicago, insurance and metals in London, reinsurance in Bermuda, etc.), I'm curious if anyone here knows why Boston has been...
Battery Ventures, Boston Office
Any insight on Battery Ventures, Boston office (Analyst life, Culture, etc...)? The firm recently inquired about an interview on the investment team in the Boston office as an Analyst so I wanted to see if I could find more information before the interview.
Boston IB Scene
I know there have been posts on this but nothing recently. Which are the top shops in Boston and which are the best groups? I know there’s a lot of tech there but is there anything else? Im asking as an associate and higher. Which firm would be best for a career banker?
Boston 2022 FT analyst opportunities?
Friend of mine just got a return offer at an EB/Upper MM in NYC, but wants to move to boston for fulltime for personal reasons. Said firm doesn't have an office in boston so she will be looking to lateral. Any thoughts on where to look? Banks that are hiring for FT 2022?
When to lateral as a first year ?
I know that the standard answer is to wait a year before moving firms but will this year be different? Will all the turnover this year do you think I could lateral after a few months (after training is over)?
Boston Entry-Level IB or Consultant Jobs 2022?
Hey everyone, this is my first time posting on WSO so if I screw anything up bare with me. I'm currently trying to find places that offer entry-level IB or consultant jobs in Boston so I can line something up after graduating in May 2022. If anybody has tips on people to reach out to, places to look...
Finding Roommates/Apartments - Boston
Just wondering what everyone uses to find roommates/apartments (located in Boston) ? I've been looking on craigslist and facebook groups but searching becomes a time suck. Any tips would be appreciated Shameless plug - 26 y/o (male) in Commercial RE looking for a room in Southie, North End, or...
Boston Housing Question
I'll be moving to Boston and working in the financial district iA this coming summer (hopefully post-pandemic). Which neighborhoods are the most practical for someone who wants to keep the rent very low with roommates while staying close to my office? I'm expected to have tough hours so ideally...
Bentley to AM in Boston?
I have started my first month at Bentley university as a freshman. I've joined the investment club and IB club and have started to connect on LinkedIn with Bentley alumni in Boston. My goal is to go into Asset Management in Boston and I have connections at MFS (Aunt is an associate). I wanted to ask...
Thoughts on Bracebridge Capital?
Do any of you have impressions of Bracebridge Capital? Seems to be a great fund, albeit slightly under the radar. How would you say an internship opportunity or a fresh graduate opportunity with them compares to that of some of the other firms in the industry. I know the likes of Citadel and DE Shaw...
BOSTON ROOMMATES NEEDED (lease start July 2020)
Hi monkeys, I've got a 3 bed room apartment at Avalon North Station on a higher floor unit. My two other roommates I was supposed to move in with won't be coming back to Boston till later this year due to extended WFH. So looking for 2 roommates to replace them. Lease Start: July 19, 2020 (12 months...
Boston MBAs, Northeastern vs BC vs BU, Looking for local IB Opps After
Seeking some advice on which B-School I should attend. I'm a former Army Officer who's been out for about a year now. I was a logistician so not likely to get a huge bump like a pilot or SOCOM guy, nor did I go to West Point. I went to a well regarded New England state school for undergrad but not a...
Most Affordable Tier I city to live
I am applying and interviewing for Associate Consulting positions. Most of them are located in Tier 1 cities (SF, NYC , Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles etc). I have experience living in Los Angeles and know of the paper cuts that end up adding up to total cost of living (the fact there is no parking...
DDJ Capital Management - Brand/Exits/Investment Strategy
Hi guys, I recently came across DDJ Capital Management, an $8bn High Yield Opportunistic boutique fund near Boston that's been investing in HY since the 1990s, but it doesn't seem to get many mentions on WSO . Aside from the fact that they do some aggressive CCC bottoms-up investing, does anyone...
BOSTON 2020 INTERN THREAD
Title. Looking to meet some cool people who'll be interning in Boston this summer! I'll be with Fidelity so bonus points if you're working there too.
Boston Advisors
Boston Advisors is a boutique investment management firm with more than 35 years of experience managing assets for institutions and affluent individuals and families. We offer a range of investment capabilities, including equity, fixed income, and asset allocation, as well as socially responsible...
New User from Massachusetts
Hi everybody, I stumbled across this forum while searching for a new laptop and had to sign up right away. I am currently an undergraduate senior in college and will be looking to land my first job for when I graduate in 5-6 months. Most of my experience so far is in accounting in various settings....
Sophomore Summer Internship Boston
I am a current sophomore at Wash U which is a semi-target/target for top consulting firms. I am not a URM and I have a rounded 4.0 GPA. I'm majoring in economics and financial engineering, a program to which I had to apply. Junior year I will recruit for top consulting firms and be flexible to...
Is My Career Plan Practical?
I am moving to Waltham, MA soon for my MA in International Economics & Finance beginning this year at Brandeis University. I applied to Boston College's MSF program too but couldn't make it through the admissions. I had plans to apply to European programs but ended up applying to the USA. Putting my...
I know what city I want to work in after graduation and beyond
Aloha Monkeys, I'm currently separating the military (think Air Force or Navy) to finish my degree at a traditional undergraduate institution (I will either be a Sophmore or Junior). I will either be attending UPenn (non-Wharton), Georgetown MSB, or Cornell AEM. I want to work in Boston and start my...
Moving to Boston - Suggestions
Hello all, I know this topic has been asked before but I couldn't find any that really matched my description so bear with me as I ask again. I am moving to Boston in January for a consulting gig and am needing suggestions on where to live. I am willing to spend a little more $1500-2700 month for an...
Gemini Investors
Gemini Investors is a private company investor with a focus on the smaller end of the middle market, investing in established companies with experienced management teams and good growth prospects. We can provide both equity and debt capital and our investment can represent either a minority...
I Need to Figure out Housing in Boston in 4 Days
I just got offered a Co-Op opportunity that would take place in Boston from January 2nd through the end of May. I'm not originally from Boston and I don't have any family in the area. I need to accept or reject their offer by Monday the 11th, and so I need to frantically figure out a cheap housing...
Boston versus New York? Hours, comp, culture differences?
Hi Guys, Wondering if there are any broad, universally accepted differences between doing the job (as a 1st year IB Analyst) in Boston versus NYC? Obviously, it seems like Boston compensation is discounted a bit to NYC , but, are Boston hours correspondingly less? Is the culture different? Thanks!
Northeastern University D'amore-McKim School of Business
Was curious as to Northeastern University D'amore-McKim School of Business presence on the Street. I am a high school senior, and I am considering majoring in Finance and Accounting at Northeastern, and was wondering whether it would be enough to land me an IB or ER gig out of college.
Internship offer at PE Fund vs Search Fund
Hi WSO . I need advice regarding two internship offers I have. I'm not sure which one to take. Option A: Summer Analyst at LMM PE Fund This is a lower middle market PE fund, and has about
Outside NYC/SF, how would you rate cities for finance/consulting/corporate opps?
NYC and SF look to be the top placement cities for almost all the MBA programs. What other cities fall into the top tier of business opportunities for MBAs? DC? Chicago? Toronto? Boston? Dallas/Houston? Atlanta? LA? I am considering a relocation from western Canada and wondering if there is anywhere...
New Guy - Needing Supply Chain Career Advice
Hey y'all, New to the forums. Looking for some career advice. I'm currently working Operations/Supply Chain (Planning) in a F500 type company in Boston, in my late 20s. I did my Finance undergrad at a large New England state school with a 3.5 GPA. I like my job, but I'm looking to fast track career...
Summer Internship in Boston?
Hi everyone, I'm a first-semester finance and accounting major at a non-target state school in Massachusetts and I'm interested in firms that offer full-time summer internships to people in my situation. I'm mostly interested in PE and IB (obviously), but I'm more than open to experiencing different...
ABRY Modeling Test?
Anyone taken the ABRY modeling test and have any advice/info on what it was like? Any help would be much appreciated, thanks!
Which school should I transfer to or stay at for best chance at breaking into a real estate investment firm
I am currently a finance student at Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business and was accepted as a junior year transfer to Boston University's Questrom School of Business and Northeastern University's D'Amore-McKim School of Business. I am a finance major and hope to enter real estate/real...
URGENT ADVICE - Soph MM IBD unpaid internship NYC vs. Paid F100 Internship Boston
WSO , I'm at a pivotal point in my life where I need to make decisions in order to set myself up for BB IBD fall recruitment. I am interested in either a top BB (GS, JPM , MS), or an EB (Laz, HL , EC, Centerview). I was at a non-target, but I have recently put down my deposit to transfer to a target...
Boston Roommate - Starting Summer 2016
Gents, I'm moving up to Boston in the summer of 2016 for an associate role at a middle market private equity firm and was considering trying to find a roommate. Given Boston's apartment supply constraints (i.e. $4+ a sq. ft for one bedrooms), a 2 bedroom seems to make sense versus a one bedroom (and...
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