Does Applying Early Matter in Investment Banking Recruiting?

Applying early can materially improve your odds in investment banking recruiting because most spots are filled on a rolling basis. But “early” should mean submitting promptly with a polished application—not rushing in with a weak résumé or no interview preparation.

Author: Michael Harris Updated 4 min read

Why early applications have an advantage

Rolling recruiting means banks review applications and interview candidates as submissions arrive rather than waiting until the deadline. Offers may also be extended along the way. As a result, a posting can remain online even after a meaningful portion of the available seats has effectively been allocated.

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