MFin Career Question of the Week: I am actively recruiting – are there any commonly overlooked resources that could make my job search and networking efforts more effective?

I am actively recruiting – are there any commonly overlooked resources that could make my job search and networking efforts more effective?

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Navigating Opportunities with VC-Backed Portfolio Companies (includes events and company lists)

VC-backed portfolio companies are startups or growth-stage businesses that have secured funding from venture capital firms. These firms invest in promising ventures with high return potential, offering capital, strategic guidance, industry connections, and operational support.  

Who should consider opportunities …

By Mark Newhall
Mark Newhall Director, Employer Relations & Recruiting
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MFin Career Question of the Week: I’m an 18 month student, and I’m wondering HOW I should start taking action for full-time recruiting?

I’m an 18 month student, and I’m wondering HOW I should start taking action for full-time recruiting?

Understanding relevant industry and company timelines for full-time recruitment will be very helpful. Even more important is figuring out how to execute a …

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Request a Crunchbase Account – Free Access

The CDO has purchased several Crunchbase accounts for current MIT Sloan degree program students and recent graduates.

Crunchbase offers business information about private and public companies, including investments and funding information, founding members and individuals in leadership positions, and mergers …

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Job Market Update – Spring 2025 (SSO users)

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An increase in master’s-level job posting activity across most industries signals a promising start to the season.1 One of our top resources and jobs partners MBA-Exchange noted increases in job postings for a variety of roles, including financial management, …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: I’m an 18 month student, and I’m wondering WHEN I should start taking action for full-time recruiting?

As students are getting into the swing of the spring semester, we’re starting to hear more questions around full-time recruiting from 18-month students. While each situation is unique and will benefit from individual attention and a strategy discussion with your …

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Advancing Learning & Development in the Life Sciences Industry: An MIT Sloan Career Development Office Conversation with Sharon Lustig, CEO of CMR Institute

What is CMR Institute’s mission & vision for the life sciences industry?

CMR Institute was founded nearly 60 years ago by physicians to advance knowledge, drive performance, and enhance healthcare. Our mission has always been to assist the life sciences …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: I’m not seeing much success in my LinkedIn outreach attempts. How do I increase the response rate?

I’m not seeing much success in my LinkedIn outreach attempts. How do I increase the response rate?

It’s all about the approach. Almost every alum or industry professional we talk to says that they are more likely to answer a …

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2024 Master of Finance Employment Report

We are pleased to share the 2024 Master of Finance Employment Report, which features employment outcomes for February 2024 (18-month format) and May 2024 (12-month format) graduates, and summer 2024 internships. Demand for Master of Finance graduates remains strong, with …

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Entertainment/Media/Sports Spring 2025 Events, Updates, and Resources – UPDATED 3/17 with New Market Updates

As we kick off the spring semester, we at the CDO want to highlight resources and upcoming events related to Entertainment/Media/Sports. As we transition from a cohort hiring model in the fall to primarily just-in-time networked hiring in the spring, …

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