Fall 2023 Job Market Update (log in to view)

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Overview
The overall job market is strong despite cooling in the Tech and Consulting sectors in the past year. While companies along the “highway” (those that engage in large-scale recruiting activities) may not deliver the same volume of hiring for …

By Mark Newhall
Mark Newhall Director, Employer Relations & Recruiting

MFin Career Question of the Week: Is LinkedIn Premium worth it?

Is LinkedIn Premium worth it?

Here in the CDO we encourage all of our students to engage in networking to learn about industries of interest, engage with alumni and industry professionals, and ultimately build a network that can help you …

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Fall 2023 MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund Program – Application Open From Sept. 1 to Sept. 11

Did you know that MIT Sandbox provides funding and mentorship to help you explore your innovative idea as an entrepreneur?  Join us for the information session where you will learn more about the program and how Sandbox provides up to …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: How can I effectively ask for referrals and what should my expectations be?

At Professional Development Day, a recruiter panel shared valuable insights with students. One of the questions discussed was: How can I effectively ask for referrals and what should my expectations be?

Key Ideas:

Build Relationships: Referrals go beyond transactions. Focus …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: What are the recruiting timelines for MFin internships and full-time jobs?

What are the recruiting timelines for MFin internships and full-time jobs?

Recruiting timelines can differ for function, company, industry, and region. Typically, investment banking and consulting roles open recruiting at the earliest (March to July in the US), while other …

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Pre-Docs: Post-Graduate Career Opportunities

Interested in Research-Related Roles in Education, Government, Thinktanks, and Industry after graduation?

Check out full-time opportunities known as “predoc” jobs: https://predoc.org/.

These jobs are for graduates who can help move the quantitative social sciences forward. There are roles in Data …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: I am planning for full-time recruiting. What should I do now?

I am planning for full-time recruiting. What should I do now?

Reflect on your experience and career direction:
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Building a Playbook for Elite-Level Sports

  MIT News | June 15, 2023

“All I did was swim,” says Jerry Lu, recalling his teenage years as a competitive swimmer. “From age 12 to 19, it was close to 30 hours a week of training.” Although Lu …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: I’ve started my summer internship! What steps can I take to ensure I’m set up for a successful experience this summer?

 Do your job, and do it well! Treat this like an extended interview, because it is! Ask questions when you need more clarity on something, raise your hand to help when needed, and make sure you’re communicating effectively with your …

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How To Use ChatGPT in Your Job Search

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Technology changes how job seekers search, prepare and find jobs—and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) will accelerate those changes. One of the latest advances in AI is ChatGPT, a large-language model from OpenAI, an …

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