Before signing with a private equity firm, consider their fund size, industry focus, investment structure, and recent attrition.

"Why do you want to work for this firm?" is perhaps the most important question you'll get asked in an interview. You have to nail it.

You can gain a huge recruiting edge if you use geography to your advantage. There are proportionally way more west coast PE jobs!

Private equity recruiting kicks off earlier and earlier each year. Firms hire people who won't start for 2 years.

Private credit recruiting is a fast growing industry that recruits out of LevFin, capital markets, and corporate banking.

No internship? You need to make good use of your time and stay busy. Consider working for a search fund, writing a blog, or investing.