I am one semester away from my completing my MBA in finance and have applied for an Investment Banking position countless times. I have completed certifications relevant to the field, and I will have my SIE by February, as well as one year+ experience with one of the largest market data providers who work with IB analysts and associates everyday. I literally build the models they use and assist with their day-to-day workflow. What else can I do to be a better candidate, and land a position?

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No more boxes to be ticked, it sounds like you've got the proof lined up - what you need to do now is network.

Fire off linkedin notes to anyone you have even a tangential connection to at these banks, working in the departments you'd like to join. Many won't answer, some may be snarky and rude, but you only need one good conversation for a referral.

Trying to go in through the front door like everyone else is going to be tough - don't JUST apply online. We had ONE entry level position open in my practice this year, and there were over 2000 applicants. The scale will likely be even larger for IB.

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Thank you for the advice, I have tried this, but not to the level you describe, I will definitely give this a shot! Thanks a million!

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