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Intern Burnout, Considering Full-Time
I interned this summer in investment banking and got completely crushed. My hours ranged between 85-105 each week, but were usually around 95ish. I started to get really burned out. Its been over a month and I am still very stressed from this past summer and considering going back. It was not...
Q&A: Boutique Investment Banking Analyst
I'm currently an analyst at an industry focused boutique located in the NY area(throwaway account to protect identity). At the risk of being screamed at for having no prestige, I'd like to answer people's questions on life at a leading boutique covering a specific industry. There is a ton of info on...
Marijuana Deals
Throwaway account for obvious reasons. Rising junior right now. Over the past summer I worked at a boutique investment bank, where I worked on a marijuana deal (legit company, not potheads). Would there be any negative stigma if I included that on my resume? I'm aiming to work at a BB next summer.
Top MBAs completely shifting away from investment banking?
Well, according to Bloomberg, that's true, though likely not as big a surprise to the forums here. What is a bit surprising to me is seeing the complete shift in banking v. technology that is charted in the article and the subsequent breakdown by schools shortly thereafter. For those in graduate...
Tech vs. IB
Why is that so many people have told me I should go into technology rather than finance? I'm completing a computer related major at a target school and have been intending to go for investment banking. If I can get a bulge bracket investment banking job, how is that not better than a tech job (even...
3.07 GPA undergrad Senior @ Private nontarget Business School, w/ Startup experience
Lads, I'll be a straight shooter, what are my prospects? I'm not really sure what my value is/where I should be applying. This is not for validation, but a sense of direction and reality check. I do not mind the long hours Investment banking is known for and truly do have a curiosity for finance. I...
Target School Freshman Sending Follow Up Email to Goldman Recruiter
I am a freshman at a top 10 US target school. I met with a GS representative at the career fair, and like all of the other googly eyed students I there I introduced myself and dropped my resume with GS recruiter #1. GS recruiter #1 then told me her name, and to email GS recruiter #2 to confirm that...
What to expect from a Business Development Internship?
Hello everyone, Rising sophomore at a non-target here. I've been offered a business development internship role at a MM IB for the fall semester. 1- What will I essentially be doing during my time there? 2- Do you think the internship will help me land an analyst position for my junior year? 3-How...
Full time Analyst
I'm a rising senior trying to go into investment banking. When do banks began hiring for full time positions for next fall? I'm worried because I can't anything some BB 's websites. Is it to late at banks like JPMorgan , Goldman etc.?
Semi-target junior seeking resume advice - will give sbs for help!
Please help, my deadline is coming!
Dress code in Houston
I am in college and plan to work as an IB analyst in Houston. What would be the standard dress code in that area for someone of my position? Is a blazer and slacks fine, or should I get a full-on suit? Do I even need a jacket at all?
Does OCR accept International students?
Hi, So I'm currently a Junior in HighSchool in the US. Due to Visa issues I will be considered an international student when applying to college. Since I don't need aid and have the stats (2250 SAT, GPA, Extra Curriculars) I am confident I should be able to get into a Target or Semi Target....
How much sleep do you need to survive?
I started a Master's in Math: taking 3 MA Math classes and 1 PhD Math class, while doing OCR for investment banking. Also working 2 part-time jobs at the university and in charge of 2 research projects. I realized that the entire month I was having 2-5 hours of sleep on weekdays (homework is too...
Turn Down Business?
Things are getting very busy around the office and I'm curious if anyone has ever seen a senior banker turn down work from client? ie a client comes to an MD asking for help and the MD says sorry we've got too much on our plate already? Anyone ever seen this happen?
F100 FLDP vs. Boutique IB in no name city for VC/PE?
I have two offers on the table, Boutique IB in no name city and F100 FLDP . Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance
How to start?
Hi guys, I finally decided to register for WSO . I have a few questions as a newbie regarding financial world and industry as whole, plus investment banking particularly. But little bit about me: I'm 22 years old, with about 6 years of work experience as a software developer for oil&gas sector (...
Goldman Dallas office or IBD elsewhere?
I was accepted into the Discover Goldman Sachs regional camp in Dallas/Irving where you get an on-site first round interview, and I really want to aim for an investment banking summer internship. So two questions: (1) It seems that Dallas may not even have an IB office? So far I've only read that...
IBD vs Quant Analyst
I have a little confusion when it comes to job applications. Investment analyst vs quant analyst vs research analyst vs hedge fund research analyst. Can anyone please explain how the average day and duties are different for each one? Which job is more fast-paced, required to communicate with people...
Citi M&A or Evercore/Lazard?
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Need Help with Offers please
I realize people say ranking offers is stupid because ultimately its about fit but I really don't know how else to go about this. Basically, I have IB offers from one European BB (HSBC/UBS/Barclay's) for their New York office and I am confident I can get one from a US MM (think Baird/Raymond...
First networking/recruiting event advice
Hi guys! I'm pretty nervous about I'm so supposed to go about, since this is my first time going to a recruiting event with many accounting/finance firms. All of the Top 4 will be there and other smaller firms. I'm only a sophomore so I know junior/seniors are a lot more interested in by the...
Stephens Superday 2016
Anyone get an invite? Someone posted in the full thread they got one already, but looking at similar threads in years past it seems they send out invites first week of October. Thanks.
Best M&A Groups (including boutiques)?
Best M&A groups? MS, Evercore ?
What's better for IBD/Equity research - Credit Risk @ BB or Transaction services @ Big 4?
Per the title... I just starting working in BB credit risk and would like to make the jump further down the line. I'm looking at this from a) ease of making switch and b) transferability of skillset. If you guys can think of anything else that would be great too! Also would love to hear from someone...
What should I do to land a job or internship
So I am currently in my senior year with a 2.9 gpa at Pace University. 2 years of working in an accounting department while attending school. How do i break into finance? I feel stuck at my current internship/part-time job. Not sure how I can get an internship with my low gpa.
Is it worth the cost?
Hey all. Current university student at a target school in Australia. Here we have a program called FINSIA (not sure if it's also available in the US). Basically it's an off-campus society where I have the option to sign up for a mentoring program. For 16 weeks, I get teamed up with a mentor in the...
College Junior looking for resume advice for 2016 recruiting
Hey WSO , I am a Junior at a non-target University looking for an internship for summer 2016. I know I don't really have a shot at SA IB spot for 2016, but I would like to work at a smaller firm to build experience for full-time recruiting after graduation. I have an interest in Sales & Trading but...
RANK: Stifel, FT Partners, Piper Jaffray, Petsky Prunier, HL FAS, PJSC, Mizuho, TAP Advisors, GLC Advisors, Oppenheimer
Which would you accept a full-time offer from and why? Can anyone rank these or help me go about thinking about them? I think it's obvious that PJSC is first, but what about the rest? Goal is to do PE after two years. Thank you for any insight.
Investment Banking Associate Program
Hi there. Can I apply to IB graduate associate program if I hold BSc degree, Accounting Qualification and if I'm a Level II candidate in the CFA Program? Or is the IB graduate associate programs are only for those who are on postgraduate/ MBA program? Thanks!
Rising Senior: Looking to Get into IB
Hi all, Just made a post in the IB Bullpen, but wanted to introduce myself here. I'm an incoming senior at a non-target school and have recently (the past 6 months) gained a serious interest in investment banking. I've browsed WSO before, but decided to sign up for an account because I'm in the...
Best Non-Target / Semi-Target Undergrad?
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This Senior in College Needs Your Advice
I've known that this site exists, and that it would be a valuable resource for me, but was just too lazy to get in and start accumulating knowledge. I think my main hesitation was that I have no chance of going into investment banking given my school (rank ~50 state school). That being said, I have...
Interview Question - Valuation
If you are made to meet the owner of a well-known big firm (e.g. Infosys) if he says to you that he would like to sell his firm and would like your help to price it right, What would you request him to provide you with (lets say the owner does not understand technical financial terms) to get the...
Banking in the PNW and other advice
Finally got the brass monkeys to join this forum. As with most "prospective monkeys", I want to break in, and my resume is trash. Obviously, I would really appreciate some advice. I do realize the odds I'm against here. In realizing the odds, I get that I probably should be pursuing other things....
Accepted MM IB in Chicago SA Offer - When should I hear back?
Just accepted an offer at a MM IB in Chicago as a SA . Offer came over email and in hard copy over mail and asked for acceptance to be mailed in. Offer was due 9/4, mailed in 8/27 but haven't heard back from HR. Am I being too touchy-feely looking for an acknowledgement or should I be worried it was...
Interview Pre-Screening Call
Hi, I have a 30-45min interview pre-screening call for an Investment Banking Analyst position at a boutique bank and was wondering what kind of finance/accounting questions the interviewer will ask? The associate conducting the interview specifically mentioned that he will be asking a handful of...
DB first round, very technical
So I thought first round interview would generally be very competency based with maybe some technical stuff. I guess those guys think I am competent enough so decided to grill the s*** out of me. 35 mins technical interview with no "break". I answered some questions pretty well but others not so...
Individual to Institutional
Early 20's financial advisor making the jump to investment banking. Studied Econ with a focus on finance in undergraduate and interned as a financial project manager for global law firm. Aside from getting my 7 and doing simple portfolio analysis and market research, my last year or so has been...
Lazard real estate m&a london
Guys - I am struggling to find any information on this group, any insight around what to expect in terms of pay, hours etc. would be much appreciated. I am thinking of making a switch from consumer retail m&a IBD . Let me have your thoughts.
Mentioning getting an offer on CV?
Hey everyone. I got an offer from my IBD gig, but still want to explore other options within IBD /Consulting/anything else. Aside from writing about my internship in my CV, Is it customary to mention the fact that I received a full-time offer? If so, where and how would you add it (i.e. separate...
Mckinsey Private Equity Analyst Europe
Hi all, I have been invited to the pst and was wondering if anyone could provide some more information on what to expect from the role. The job posting states: We are seeking exceptional individuals to join our team. The PE Analyst role is a unique opportunity for an early-career professional to...
When to take an interview?
I received an investment banking interview in the office of a boutique firm. I can choose either this Friday or next Thursday. Any advantages of doing it later or should I get in earlier to make a good impression before other potential candidates? Need a response asap! Thanks !
Heard of China’s Fake Rolexes? Now There’s a Fake Goldman Sachs
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-08-27… China has been accused of pirating movies, handbags, Rolexes -- even cars. Add Goldman Sachs to the list. Goldman Sachs (Shenzhen) Financial Leasing Co. has been operating in the city just across the border from Hong Kong using a nearly identical...
opportunities in mexico?
hi guys need some career advice here. Been doing S&T in a financial hub of Asia (tier 1 BB) for a while and looking for opportunities. I really like the idea of Mexico (know spanish, have a family, cold emailed a few people on linkedIn). However, before i actually decide to make the leap, would love...
Not sure what to do?
Here is my situation. I am trying to break into IB but i have no experience in it. I just graduated in December and did 4 internships. Most in tax and one at big 4. Now I am working as a financial analyst at an advertising agency. Really cool environment, laid back but really no future. Any...
Switching to IB associate role from another front office analyst role without MBA; possible?
Will be coming in as a senior analyst (lateral hire) at a top 10 bank in a non IB front office role (corp banking, s&t , cm), but was wondering if it's possible to enter an IB associate program in the same bank without having done an MBA? Has anyone seen this happen before?
Post Internship Senior Year IB Recruiting from Non-Core School
I am a senior graduating in the Spring and am looking for an Analyst position in an Investment Bank. I know that many of the Bulge Bracket banks have already selected their analysts from their intern pools. I am looking more at the middle market and boutique style banks. Does anyone have...
What WSO can do for me!!!
Good evening all, My name is Desmond. I am 26 years old and eager to get involved and meet people in the finance community. What has brought me here is the pool of people who have been where I am, and who are where I want to be. I am looking to soak up all of the knowledge I can obtain from others...
Goldman Interview for full time IB - what should I expect?
Hey Monkeys, Got a call from a recruiter to set up a phone interview tomorrow - 2 interviews with 2 associates. Its for FIG IB; I interned at a boutique in healthcare IB and honestly don't know FIG in depth. What should I expect?
Legit boutique gig?
Hi all, I interviewed at a boutique recently and was told that the job scope comprises assisting senior team members in corporate finance work (eg. IPOs , IFA roles and some M&A occasionally). This would comprise alot of industry analysis work, preparation of agreements and hardly any modeling. I...
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