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The Misguidance at Non-target Schools
I am willing to admit that I did not make it into any of my target schools. I understood in any such industry talked about in WSO , my credential would put me at a disadvantage. As a result, I pushed myself to make the connections and steps necessary to earn a valuable Summer Analyst internship. I...
I didn't go to a "Target School"
I graduated from Western Michigan University with my bachelors in accounting and I will be complete my Masters in Science of Finance (MSF) from Walsh College in June 2015. I am currently interning at a public accounting firm with the M&A consulting and Investment banking group but I was debating...
Ewing Bemiss
Can a non target get into this firm?
CS Virtual Recruiting Email Today
I know this has been discussed on here a little bit but did anyone else get an email today from CS virtual recruiting saying there are a lot of applicants and to check our status online and if it hasn't changed they will tell us early next year? I have not received any emails for a first round but I...
Do some people never break into IB? Any stories?
Quick background summary: First post, but have been using this website for >2 years. Student from a top target who pursued another career and then lateraled from a boutique to IBD at a top BB ( GS /MS). I definitely know how hard it is to break in.
Trends in E&P Banking?
Speaking with a senior person who sits in E&P and more specifically power & utilities. Any good/thoughtful questions to ask at for the end of our convo?
Healthcare / Life Sciences - Consulting, IBD/PE/HF/VC
I'm currently a 22 y/o student, graduating in 2 years with a healthcare-related degree (NOT an MD) at a non-target, who is interested in pursuing some non-traditional routes - I'm currently considering Consulting, IBD / PE / HF / VC . I've been contemplating on whether to make B School a part of the...
Which of the following schools are recruited more heavily for IBD?
Hello everyone! I'm new here and after doing some research, I am wondering which of the following undergrad schools would be better for job prospects (particularly front office positions at BB firms)? I know that they're probably not considered targets however I don't know which are considered...
Non-target state university grad looking for feedback
hello all, I am a first time poster just wondering if I can have the WSO crew tearing my resume apart. I graduated in December and got a phone rep position at a fund company since the beginning of this year. I am trying to move on from my current role to a trading assistant / junior trader position...
Non-target state university, NEED HELP
hello all, I am a first time poster just wondering if I can have the WSO crew tearing my resume apart. I graduated in December and got a phone rep position at a fund company since the beginning of this year. I am trying to move on from my current role to a trading assistant/ junior trader position...
Please Tear My Resume Apart 4-17-14
Looking to get into i-banking, summer plans are not on the resume.
Getting a boutique/MM internship from a non-target?
I'm planning on attending Michigan State since it's my cheapest option. Any advice on getting an internship at a boutique or mm firm and, ultimately, a job? I'm aware I should network, any advice on the specifics of networking? Also, I was planning on making money so that I could use it to travel to...
Chances at MBB 1st round interview
Hello! I am currently a sophomore at a semi-target/non target and have my eyes set on MBB for an internship next summer (after junior year). I am an engineering major at a top 10 program, with a 3.75 and decent test scores (2100+ SAT). I have done some work for a small consulting firm (which has...
What are your thoughts? Student seeking advice
I am currently a sophomore at a non-target, main objective is a front office SA /Full Time position. Any of your thoughts or opinions would be great. I am currently considering the following positions for an internship this summer: Merrill Lynch Wealth Management at a main office in Central NJ...
Aiming for NYC (from a non-target)
I recently received all of my college decisions and I have decided to attend University of Wisconsin - Madison as an undergraduate. I realize that the school I chose is far from what would be considered a target, but apparently the Investment Banking club at UWM helps a lot of students get analyst...
Thoughts on summer internship?
Currently a sophomore at a non-target, main objective is a front office SA /Full Time position. Any of your thoughts or opinions would be great. Currently considering the following positions: -Equity Research summer internship with Avondale Partners in Nashville, TN (unpaid) -Merrill Lynch Wealth...
SEO Offers - Follow up interview last week
I had my second round for SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunities) in December and a follow up interview last week. I was curious if anyone has heard back. I received an email saying that my application was under consideration, did anyone else receive this? I'm currently a junior at a non target
Resume review- Eastern Europe aiming at London boutiques
Fellow monkeys, please review my resume before I will attach it to my applications
What are kids at non-targets who don't network going to do when they graduate?
Moderator Note (Andy): This was originally posted in June 2012. Everyone knows those kids who go to non-targets who do absolutely nothing to help their job situation and freshman summer or sophomore summer don't do anything, but maybe get some manual labor job at best (cashier, waiter, etc...). Many...
Any analysts quitting / know openings / attrition / headcount recount ???
Hello all, This is a serious question (i.e. not a troll). I know that with bonuses about to be handed out soon, if not already, many who thought banking was for them but isn't will be calling it quits. Additionally, I know some first year analysts finishing up year one will be making the leap to the...
Resume - What can I improve on?
I'm getting ready for fall recruiting and I will be sending out my resume for networking purposes in the following week. I want to land a position at an Investment bank in their lev fin group. Please review my resume and comment on what I can improve upon. http://www.razume.com/documents/30868 Thank...
will backpacking europe sophomore summer hurt me
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How do you make the most of UG as an aspiring IBer
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Please critique my resume, tell me where I stand
Applying for summer internships in S&T , IB and consulting, is my resume ok? Non target but school is top 30 USNW for econs
Opinion on recruiting (from recruiter side)
My firm is in the middle of recruiting for SAs , and we have been having a bit of a debate in the office; I wanted to see where some of you guys stand on the matter. We do most of our recruiting through OCR , but we also take apps from non target kids that reach out to us. So, here's my question:...
Sophomore Non-Target Resume Review IBD/PE
Hello guys, Just wondering what your opinions are. Sophomore transfer non-target looking for a boutique IB or PE summer internship . http://www.razume.com/doc/3/a685192a-5a1f-4722-93f4-1da6c6674704-1 Thank you EDIT - Updated http://www.razume.com/doc/3/88cedaff-3705-4512-8ef3-300070b69fc1-1
Resume Review - MS experience
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Hope for non-targets
Greenlight Capital and the one and only David Einhorn recently released their Q3 letter to investors. In the letter they released background information on their new hire. This is what it said:
Resume Critique and networking advice
I am a junior attending a non target university in GA and I am interested in pursuing a career in investment banking. I am interested in landing a summer internship and I understand that in order to accomplish that I will need to network, network and network. I was wondering if anybody knew of any...
Thank You - BROKE IN!
WSO Admins and Users, I just wanted to extend a sincere thank you to those at WSO and MI for all of their constructive criticism and advice over the past year. The advice of others and willingness to help kept me motivated to push longer and harder to chase my dream of becoming an investment banker....
NSFW Episode 37: The Stripper Turned Hedge Fund Manager
PREVIOUS EPISODES: NSFW Episode 36: Finance Chicks, Sort Of NSFW Episode 35: The Death Penalty NSFW Episode 34: John Mack, WSO Chat NSFW Episode 33: #OccupyWallStreet, Franc Floor NSFW Episode 32: Eat the Rich NSFW Episode 31: DOWNgrayedd NSFW Episode 30: Oslo Bombing, Amy Winehouse NSFW Episode 29:...
Non Target Sophomore - Advice Desired
I go to Uconn, and it has become evident through my past year and half here that it will be extremely difficult to get into banking unless your a D1 athlete or network hard into a boutique. I've been advised by friends and even some alum working at top places now after HBS /Tuck/Sloan MBAs that...
Charles Schwab Broker Trainee.. to Asset Management?
Wasn't sure whether to post this under AM or HF , but here goes: I'm a senior this year in the honors program of a big state university in AZ. I have a 3.7 GPA and plenty of great EC's.. started a community service club, interned with the Department of Homeland Security for 2 years, spent a semester...
So be honest, can networking like a ninja overcome this???
So, I have this friend who I've been trying to encourage to network. I'll call her Esperanza because I really love that word. She has overcome a lot of things already. She is a 1st generation student from a spanish speaking country. She doesn't come from a wealthy background either. Esperanza has...
Help needed with nontarget resume
Any help would be appreciated. Thank you! Link here
finance and entrepreneurship waste of time non target
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Need Career Advice from Non-Target
Hi WSO , I need some help decided on which direction I should go with my job search/ Career. I am interested in pursing a career in ibanking or consulting. I go to Queens College (CUNY), a complete non target in these fields, and I will be graduating in 2013. I dont have any relevant work experience...
How can a Non-Target become a Semi
First, I want to thank everybody for their advice on meeting my CEO. I met him yesterday and it went really well I actually view him as a point of reference now. I am becoming a better networker because of the WSO community. I am very grateful. Ok now on to this new post. I am very active as an...
H.S-> College-> Financing
Just found out all of my admissions for college. Only got into San Francisco State. I need some advice on whether or not I should go to SFSU or go to a community college and transfer to UC Berkeley. *Wondering on what is the best thing to do over the summer, find a job, internship, take a...
Resume feedback - Non-target MBA, no experience - Consulting
http://www.razume.com/documents/24107 http://www.razume.com/documents/24182 (UPDATED Jan 31) I would love any and all feedback on this. I am coming from a part time MBA (small but accredited school), no relevant experience but would like to break into MC (anywhere from 2nd tier to boutique,...
Non-target and older student.
How bad of a non-target is this school http://www.hanover.edu/ ? I've been reading a little on the forums about targets/non targets ect but is there a huge difference in the quality of non-targets?
Thanks WSO - IB Finally from Non-Target
Thanks to everybody on this forum, many of you have been extremely helpful in fielding questions and helping provide me with the opportunity to learn. It's been a tough road full of rejection but all you need is one offer. Top tier MM and ranked on the league tables in a few categories. I was the...
Economics or Finance Major for Consulting Careers
Yes, I know this topic has been beaten to death already. My situation is slightly different than other schools. Finance and economics are both in the business school. I got to a top 50 non target (One or two kids make BB each year, and some make local IBD). A lot of kids go into top corp fin. These...
What OCR Is Like At A Complete Non Target
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Non-Target Engineer Resume Help
Hey all gearing up for SA recruiting in Jan/Feb was wondering if anyone could offer some advice on my resume. Would definitely appreciate any help. http://www.razume.com/documents/22421 Thanks for your help! Also wondering if anyone has any recruiting advice in terms of how to sell myself as a...
Non-targets - time to get to work
It is Sunday night and I am about to start my second week of the final year of my MBA program. I am still doing a bit of work finishing up a deal with my summer internship at a regional boutique, and preparing to tackle the task of finding a FT gig at a larger bank. I came to this non-target MBA...
How can I convince a former MD that networking can in fact work?
I got lunch today with an alum (non target) former MD from the late 90s/early 00 from a top BB (think GS /MS/ JPM ) who still knows some people who work at the company. Had a very good conversation and think she likes me a lot and wants to help me. Problem is, she doesn't know much about the...
THANK YOU WSO - IBD FT Offer Non-Targ
Just got a FT offer from BB (think GS , CS , DB) in NY . I am from a non-target so needless to say recruiting for SA positions was quite difficult. I ended up not even getting a first round interview from anywhere I applied, which I assume was because of my poor gpa and non-target school. Anyway, I...
Resume Review -- SBs for intelligent advice/revisions
Rising Senior from non-target for FT Analyst recruitment in LA/SF. I have built some contacts but would also like to apply online for some of the lower tier BBs. SBs for answering the following (honestly and intelligently): - What revisions would you make? - Will I get interviews? - Do I have a...
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