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Wall Street intern survival guide: how to survive summer at Goldman, Citadel, and more

Being an intern is never easy — especially on Wall Street.

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It's not just the long hours or steep learning curve, but the intense pressure to stand out. Entry-level roles in investment banking, hedge funds, and private equity are fiercely competitive, and internships are often the key to getting in the door.

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So what should the 2025 intern class know to make the most of their summer?

Business Insider takes readers behind the scenes of internship programs at some of Wall Street's most elite firms — including Goldman Sachs, Citadel, and Blackstone. From acceptance rates to insider advice from top executives (and even tips on where to unwind after a brutal week), we've got the exclusive intel on how to thrive.

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