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Real Estate in Chicago
Monkeys, I'm looking to buy a condo in Chicago within the next 5-8 months. Anyone been through the process fairly recently and can help with suggesting areas to stay away from (market peak) or areas to target. Any thoughts would be awesome. Thanks!
HSW Chances - Former Consultant/Currently PE-VC
This is my first time posting in the b-school forum and I'm not sure if this type of question is posted much, but I thought I would give it a shot. What are my chances at HSW given the following credentials: - Attended top 10 undergrad (e.g. Dartmouth, Duke, UChicago) - Majored in applied math and...
Chicago ping pong and chess
I'm new to Chicago and am looking for people to play ping pong or chess with. I live in river north and am an intermediate player in both sports. PM me if interested.
WSO Happy Hour: Best Practices And Recaps (UPDATED!)
(Updated by ITF after a good strong drink, 4/22/2013) Whether it’s your first time at one of these events or you just need a refresher on the rules of etiquette, these are the “best practices” for WSO Happy Hours to ensure maximum enjoyment. Bear in mind that these are social events and should...
Hello - Sophmore at DePaul
Hey everyone. I am a sophomore at DePaul (Chicago, IL) studying economics and finance with a 3.7 GPA. I am interested in pursuing a career in management consulting or investment banking after graduation. I currently work on campus, but last summer I interned in operations at an accounting firm. Just...
Where To Live in Chicago
I start in spring and I'm looking for suggestions. First year mm IBD analyst with office near sears tower. Is being close to work important? Should I rely on the L? Looking to spend 1000-1500/month all in and I don't need parking. I'm pretty unfamiliar with Chicago neighborhoods. I appreciate the...
Duff and Phelps IBD Chicago Vs. Baird IBD Milwaukee
I have ft offers from both and am torn on which to choose. Both MM with seemingly good culture and deal size. D&P recent acquisition by Carlyle could be a positive.
Consultant Staffing/Travel - Chicago
Hey guys, I have a quick question regarding consultant travel that is specific to Chicago. (Other big cities for comparisons will help too) How often in general are consultants in Chicago locally staffed? I'm very interested in joining the industry in the future, but don't want to travel every...
Another B-School app evaluation..
quick recap: Work at a fortune 5 oil company. Got hired into an FLDP type program....worked in 3 different jobs in less than 3 years. Planning to have 3.5 yrs at matriculation. Current job is FP&A for an oil trading group. I also do ad hoc fundamental analysis for the global head of this trade...
McKinsey Office Locations
Hi everyone! I'm a summer associate at a competitor firm (Bain/BCG), and am thinking about switching to McKinsey once full-time begins. I'm just trying to get a little bit more information to use as I prioritize my location preferences in the application. Any help would be appreciated -- feel free...
Call all algo traders...
Hey all, It's been a while but AH is back! I'm specifically looking for algo traders or quants here. I did my S&T internship at a BB , graduated college (Finance) 2012, started full time derivatives trading at a reputable trading firm (market maker), and left in the spring. The more I market make,...
Is Allston Trading falling apart?
This is what I've been hearing. An acquaintance from college recently left because apparently the firm is getting crushed, losing money on all of their core businesses: equities, FX, and rates. It's surprising to hear since Allston was touted as the "next Getco /jump."
Looking to sublease in July - Chicago
Anyone out there happen to have a place lined up in Chicago that they wont be using during the month of July? I'm hoping someone will be out-of-town for IBD training, or something like that. I'm moving to Chicago myself and need to find a sublease while I go apartment hunting. PM if interested. Can...
Booth Part-Time VS McCombs Full-Time
I know that for career switchers full-time is the way to go but is the Booth name so strong that it can overcome the expected obstacles of the Part-time MBA recruiting process? In the long-run, there is no doubt that the Booth MBA will stand out much more than McCombs but are the short-term pitfalls...
Chicago Interns
Any one interning in Chicago this summer that will be staying at UIC?
Credit Suisse Chicago (IBD)
Has anyone heard back from CS after the first round of interviews? Any idea when we can expect to hear back/when the superday will take place? Thanks
U Michigan vs. U Chicago
I already got accepted into the University of Michigan- LSA and my plan is to get into Ross Business School by sophomore year if i decide to go there. I also got deferred from the University of Chicago. If I happen to get in for regular decision, which school should I go to? Which school has better...
Chicago Monkeys: where should we hold a WSO meetup?
It'd be great to get a WSO meetup planned in Chicago soon. What are some ideas for where to hold a meetup/happy hour? (on either Wed Nov 28th, Thur the 29th, or the following week) Criteria: Easy access for those coming from financial district Not too crowded / loud around 7-9PM on Wednesday night...
UChicago -- target school discussion
Would anyone mind giving your opinions/advice on the present and future outlook for IB recruiting from the University of Chicago? Based on old threads on WSO and CC (say, 2008 and prior), UChicago seems to be disregarded as being too "nerdy" and lacking social skills and not having great...
Chicago Real Estate Firms - Anyone hiring?
I have searched up and down selectleaders and Indeed, but can't find much in terms of jobs for analyst / associate. Anyone have any leads on who is hiring right now?
2012 update: Banks in Chicago
Looking for an update on the best ibanks in Chicago
Morningstar ETF conference
Will any of you be attending the Morningstar ETF conference on Oct 3rd-5th? Is it worth attending? I am currently a senior and graduate in December and was wondering if this would be a solid opportunity to network with potential employers. http://advisor.morningstar.com/products/conferenc…
Thoughts on these prop shops?
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Blue Fire Capital
Anyone know about blue fire capital? They're a fairly new prop trading firm in Chicago. Not much info about them online, although they do have a website. If you guys want to pm me instead, that's fine as well. Thanks.
Generating Revenue with a Sports Blog
Hey Guys, I run a Chicago Sports website and I'm looking for some new ways to generate revenue. Currently, all my revenue is coming from advertising, but I'm just about to get an affiliate deal done with ticket provider (like ticketmaster, stubhub, etc) where I get a commission on every ticket we...
Cost of Living Chicago vs NYC
I am currently interviewing for a Consultant position with openings in Chicago and NYC. During the interview process I told them I was shooting for $70's for compensation if living in Chicago. However, later on the Firm said they would prefer me to be located in the NYC office. However, after...
old mission capital
anyone heard of Old Mission Capital in chicago? thoughts on this prop trading firm?
Chicagostan: Tunisia's Lendee
It's not very often that I have the opportunity or the ability to hold my lunch long enough to quote The Socialist Worker's webiste. But then again when you are talking about Chicago, those sorts of comparisons are indeed relevant. For those who have never been to Chicago or for those who live in it...
Allston Trading: algorithmic trader role?
A headhunter recently contacted me about an algorithmic trader role at Allston Trading. I'm definitely aware of who they are since it's in Chicago but don't know too much about them. Curious to hear people's thoughts and experiences with them.
Morgan Stanley Chicago Office
I was wondering if you guys had any information about the MS Chicago Office? How many summer analysts do they usually take? What are some of the groups in the office? What are their strong groups? And any general information is appreciated.
Equity Research in Chicago?
Do any BB firms have much ER in Chicago or other cities in the US, or is the overwhelming bulk of it in NY?
Help: Peak6 Trading assistant vs Transaction Services PWC
Weekend Wars: Traders vs. Funds
10/4. To military and police personnel, an affirmative acknowledgment. To investors and traders, the potential boiling point of a slow simmering feud. On this date, several high powered mutual-fund executives will convene at the Investment Company Institute in Washington D.C. and reportedly begin a...
How to meet smart attractive women?
One of the major disadvantages of Chicago as opposed to NYC is that virtually all quality women who are 25+ are married, engaged, or in long-term relationships. Given that I'm 30 years old and would like to meet someone it's been quite frustrating. I have gone to young professionals events, tried...
BB Investment Banking Groups in Chicago
What are the industry groups in Chicago for the Bulge Brackets? Particularly JP Morgan, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, Citi, Barclays, and Morgan Stanley? Which have strong groups?
Looking for Roommate in Chicago
Hi fellas, I am starting my full-time IBD stint next year up in Chicago and am looking for potential roommate/s. Do let me know if any of you are starting next year and might be interested. Thanks.
Looking for Roommate in Chicago
Hi fellas, I am starting my IBD stint next year up in Chicago and am looking for potential roommate/s. Do let me know if any of you are starting next year and might be interested. Thanks.
Non-Target Meetings Help
Hey guys, I was wondering if I could receive some input on my situation and the steps I could take to better my situation. I attend a non-target, and have a 3.65 overall GPA, but a 4.0 in two majors, accounting and finance. I have done well in all of my business classes, but started in a major upon...
Hotel Hunting Tips -- for Chicago but for anywhere really
Gonna be spending a few days in Chicago at the end of September and trying to scheme a way to get a good deal on a hotel.. SO... first off, any good suggestions? just really want a decent place to put my head and sleep, gonna be exploring the city and flashmob robbing walgreens with some under...
San Fran vs. Chicago for Banking (IBD)
not the biggest fan of new york (personal preference), so would love to know fellow monkeys' thoughts on the pro's and con's of each of these cities for banking (besides the obvious tech and healthcare for sf, industrials for chicago)
Violence in Chicago
Things are getting pretty rough in Chicago. I've been seeing a lot of these thugs near my area, on lake shore drive. They are infesting north avenue beach and causing havoc throughout the nice neighborhoods like the gold coast, river north, and streeterville. This latest incident happened on...
Chicago Booth Powerpoint
Does anyone, especially admitted students at Booth, have examples of 'good' powerpoint slides for the essay 3? :D
Where would you rather live
Between San Fran and Chicago, where would you rather live if you worked in private equity? Things I need to consider include: Career/networking opportunities Weather Cost of living Lifestyle (lots of young people, bars, fun things to do) Location in the United States Don't need to tell me what you...
Summer @ Chicago
How many of you out there are interning this summer at Chicago, specifically in banking?
Summer Housing Chicago
hi, whos still looking for summer housing in chicago? i still need a place to live. what do you guys think about SIAC? University Center? or UIC housing any other suggestions.. and is $1000/ month too expensive in chicago?
Need a car?
I'm about to start with Accenture in Chicago.. As a first year analyst, do you need to own a car?
Ivy Recruiting in Chicago
Hey guys, I have a quick question. I go to a "lower level" ivy school (not HYPW) and I was just wondering if you guys have any insight on what the experience of going to school out east and getting an ib SA and FT position in Chicago is like. It seems like most recruiting out here would be for the...
Trying to get into IB in Chicago, what schools should I be considering?
I'm currently at a non-target in Chicago and am looking to transfer to a school that's recruited for IB in Chicago. I have applied to Northwestern and Vandy thus far and am considering IU-Kelley. Aside from UChicago, what are some others? Thanks.
Fellow Chicago monkeys
It seems like there's a decent number of monkeys in Chicago. I know there were previous attempts to assemble a group of finance professionals in the city, but for some reason it was not well publicized. So I wanted to create this thread and see if there is an interest from fellow Chicago monkeys in...
Deutsche Bank Asset Management SA Chicago's On-campus 1st Interview Advice Needed
Hello fellow monkeys, I was fortunate enough to be given a chance to interview Deutsche Bank DWS's Asset Management summer analyst position in Chicago. This is my first investment banking interview so any advices will be appreciated. I go to a non-target school and I major in accounting and finance...
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