Career Change Questions

Question 1

I see you have no relevant internships - why should we hire you over someone who has had a previous banking internship?

Answer 1

My choice to swap to banking is due to my enjoyment in my current role and desire to move to a more financially rigorous role.

While I do not have any prior banking experience I have acquired a number of skills that make me well suited to this role during my last year of work.

• long hours - due to my role in a startup the projects often lie entirely on my shoulders and in my biotech role.
• teamwork - biotech startup and the delegation to the newest employee.
• attention to detail and financial experience - PE project.

Just because someone did a banking internship does not mean they did well.

Question 2

I see you have worked in consulting why are you wanting to switch to banking?

Answer 2

• Desire to work in a larger company.
• Private equity work example
• Desire to work with a range of clients
• Desire to understand how businesses and truly valued.