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	Your Opportunity as a Summer Associate in Investment Banking

An overview of this program’s objectives and how you can benefit

The ten-week Summer Associate Program is an opportunity for high caliber MBA students to experience the culture and atmosphere of Morgan Stanley by taking on the responsibilities and functions of full-time generalist Associates. Joining the Associate "pool" you may work alongside Associates and senior bankers on a wide range of transactions and business development initiatives from all areas of Investment Banking. The program typically gives you a strong foundation in the basic skills of financial problem solving, negotiation and execution, and experience marketing the firm's products and services effectively.

The Summer Associate Program generally features a number of social events and networking lunches to discuss career opportunities and extend your contacts.

Is Investment Banking Right for You?
A checklist to help you decide if you have the skills and temperament for this area

• You have strong analytical skills and the ability to quickly grasp complex data.
• You have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form effective working relationships.
• You thrive on intellectual challenge and work with confidence, and pursue your assignments with excellence.
• You are ambitious and motivated to become an industry, product or regional expert.
• You must be able to manage multiple projects, provide complicated financial analysis, and develop appropriate corporate finance solutions.

Requirements

You must be studying for an MBA. In addition, you will need to display the personal qualities outlined for the full-time Associate role. Both oral and written fluency in English are required and fluency in Mandarin or Korean is beneficial.

Selection Process

We typically conduct at least two rounds of interviews for our Associate program. Interviews will be arranged either on campus or via phone for the first round. The final stage of our process is usually a half-day interview session held at our offices in New York or Hong Kong.

How to Apply and Deadlines

Please visit our website at: http://www.morganstanley.com/about/careers/recruiting/apply.html