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Take a look at this guys |
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that objective won't work |
| Date Posted: |
03/10/2005 |
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I graduated last may and have been taking a year off, thinking about what i really want to do and such. And, having bachelor of science in computer science without any finance background. I'm not sure if i should apply for internship positions, part-time/temp positions, regular analyst position, or assistant positions. (basicly i'm not sure if if people will look at my resume and see i have no finance background and trying to get a finance position and just laugh about it)
So far on my resume i've put down "any available positions in Investment Management or Equity Research" but i'm also thinking that maybe i would have more chances in getting in the door if i put internship on there or would i have more chances working part-time or a temp job in whatever division they have available first?
this has really been a confusing part for me at the moment because i really dont know what would really benefit me because i have no idea what their perspective is like.
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| Message: |
your objective won't capture anyone's attention...it's to open ended and general. you have to do your homework and focus in on the dept. and position you really want. there is so many facets of investment management, operations, research, performance, client service etc. etc....and realize no one is going to let you manage or pick investments for institutions and high net worth clients without the background and/or designations. temping at a investment management firm might be a good option to get your foot in the door. internships can help. remember to make your resume as relevant as possible to the positions your applying to. things that demonstrate skills in finance/investments. network as much as possible. finding a job in the industry is no easy task. good luck.
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