Your First Deal: Mastering Undergrad IB Applications

Max S.

Hosted By Max S.

Are you an ambitious undergraduate with your sights set on a career in Investment Banking? Join me, Max, for an insightful and actionable seminar designed to help you navigate this highly competitive recruiting landscape. With my background as a Senior Analyst at Citi and a Junior Analyst at Olsen Palmer, I've been on both sides of the hiring table and know exactly what top firms are looking for in candidates. In this session, we'll demystify the process from freshman year through securing that coveted internship offer. We'll dive into investment banking strategies, the critical recruiting timeline, essential networking techniques, and key skill-building to help you stand out. You'll learn what top banks truly look for in candidates, how to build a powerful resume, and how to ace both technical and behavioral interviews. As a co-founder and COO of CurraPay, I also bring a unique entrepreneurial perspective, showing you how to leverage your IB skills for future ventures. Walk away with a clear, step-by-step roadmap and the confidence to position yourself for success. Get ready to turn your IB aspirations into a reality! Don't miss this opportunity to gain insider knowledge and craft a winning application strategy. Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot!


What you'll get out of this event

The actual recruiting timeline for IB internships (it starts earlier than you think!)

Key academic, extracurricular, and experiential milestones to achieve and highlight on your CV/cover letter.

Proven strategies for impactful networking and securing informational interviews.

Tips for crafting a compelling resume that stands out.

An overview of essential technical and behavioral interview preparation ahead of your interviews.


This event is great for undergraduate students who are preparing ahead for their sophomore / junior year internship recruiting season in Fall 2025.

This event covers:

Skill Building

Investment Banking Strategy

Networking Strategy


Max S.

Hosted By Max S.

From Citi to Start Up Founder | IB & Capital Markets Career Coach

Experience level: Analyst

Hi, welcome to my profile! With extensive experience in M&A and capital raising, including roles as a Senior Analyst at Citi and a Junior Analyst at Olsen Palmer, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you break into this competitive field. I've been part of the summer analyst selection committee at Citi and contributed to Placement Day panels, giving me a keen insight into what top firms are looking for in candidates. As a co-founder and COO of CurraPay, I also understand the entrepreneurial side of finance and how to apply the skills you learn/learned in IB to your own future ventures. I've successfully coached several individuals to secure positions in investment banking, and I'm excited to help you achieve your career goals. Let's connect and work together to craft a holistic and winning strategy to make your application stand out! Onwards!

Your First Deal: Mastering Undergrad IB Applications

Thursday, Jun 26

from 11:00 PM – 11:45 PM UTC

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