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Five Simple Steps to Apply and 11 Exciting Opportunities for African Students
Fikia
September 07, 2023
👋 Hello, Fikia Family! 👋
🚀📰 Welcome to the second edition of the Fikia Forward🚀🚀 Newsletter!
Today, we're thrilled 😄 to take you on a journey 🌍 through the renowned Goldman Sachs application process. At Fikia, we're committed 💪 to empowering you to chase your dreams 🌟, and that includes landing your dream internship, securing a full-time position, or gaining invaluable insights through Goldman Sachs. So, let's explore how to secure a spot 🎯 at one of the world's leading financial institutions. 💼🌟💫
🌟 Keep reading to discover 11 exciting opportunities at Goldman Sachs for African students !💫
🏦 What is Goldman Sachs? 🏦
🌐 Goldman Sachs, often referred to as GS, is a 🌍 global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm. They provide a wide range of financial services to 🏢 corporations, 🌐 governments, and individuals worldwide. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, Goldman Sachs is a 🚀 fantastic place to kickstart your career. 🌟💼🌎
📆There Are Five Simple Steps to Apply to Goldman Sachs 📝🚀
📆 Step 1: Plan Your Timeline 📆
🗓️ Application Season Kick-off: The Summer and Full-Time Analyst Program applications open each year on July 15. GS reviews applications and extends offers on a rolling basis, which means they may fill all available spaces for some divisions and locations prior to the application deadline. Most recruiting programs are still open.
🚀 Get Ahead: What does that mean? Some divisions and locations may fill up even before the official application deadline.
🌟 Step 2: Choose Your Path 🌄
🌄 Explore Your Options: Goldman Sachs offers an array of divisions and roles. It's like a treasure trove of opportunities waiting for you to explore.
🔍 Tools at Your Fingertips: To help you find your way, GS provides tools like people profiles, divisional descriptions, and GS Snapshots. These tools let you peek into what each role is all about.
📰 Stay Informed: Dive into the Careers Blog for insider advice and the latest Goldman Sachs news.
🎯 Consider Your Options: Keep in mind, you can apply to up to three roles, so take your time and consider your strengths and interests carefully.
🤝 Step 3: Connect With GS 📆
📆 Event Central: Head over to My GS Events, where you can sign up for virtual and in-person events. These events include information sessions, skill-building workshops, conferences, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and more.
🌐 No Boundaries: Even if you can't meet in person, Goldman Sachs offers a range of online opportunities to connect.
🎓 Campus Insights: Your school's career office can help you connect with alumni who work at Goldman Sachs. Look out for campus ambassadors too; they can share their experiences as former interns.
📧 Stay Consistent: Use the same email address across all Goldman Sachs portals for a seamless experience.
💻 Step 4: Apply Online 🖥️ 🖥️
Ready, Set, Apply: Now that you have a clearer picture of your Goldman Sachs journey, it's time to put your best foot forward and submit your application.
📝 Simple Steps: Don't fret; the application process is straightforward. If you need any assistance or encounter technical hiccups, check GS's FAQs or drop an email at [email protected]
📌 Stay Prepared: Keep an eye on GS's Application Checklist to ensure you have all the necessary information.
🔄 Save Your Progress: As you fill out your application, remember you can save your progress and return at any time. But, be aware, once you hit that submit button, updates are off the table.
🔍 What Happens Next: GS evaluates applications throughout the recruiting season. You may hear back regarding different roles at different times. You can check your application status anytime by logging into the application portal.
🎤 Step 5: Interview With Goldman Sachs 🎓
🎓 All Majors Welcome: This is where your journey takes a thrilling turn. Goldman Sachs welcomes applicants from all majors.
📚 More Than Academics: They're interested in your extracurricular activities and work experience too.
📞 The First Step: Engineering applicants will tackle a technical assessment as the first step in the interview process.
🎙️ Interview Formats: Interviews can take various forms - live, pre-recorded video, over the phone, or in person.
🤝 Prepare Yourself: To help you prepare, Goldman Sachs offers video interview resources and practice questions, if available.
🏢 Different Timelines: Some candidates might even be invited to interview for more than one office or division. It's a dynamic process, so don't be surprised if you hear back at different times regarding the roles you've applied for.
🌟 Explore Goldman Sachs 11 Opportunities for African Students!
Internship Opportunities:
Off-Cycle Internships: Application Open. Apply Here
2024 Summer Analyst Programme: Application Open. Apply Here
2024 Summer Associate Programme: Application Open. Apply Here
Work Placement Programme: Application Open. Apply Here
Full-Time Opportunities:
2024 New Analyst Programme: Application Open. Apply Here
2024 New Associate Programme: Application Open. Apply Here
Apprenticeship Programmes:
EMEA Degree Apprenticeship: Application Open. Apply Here
2023 Marcus Apprenticeship: Application Open. Apply Here
Educational and Insight Programmes:
Africa & Caribbean Recruiting Initiative: Application Open. Apply Here
2024 Women’s Trader Academy: Application coming soon. Learn more here
Get Set for GS: 2024 Spring Insight Programme: Application coming soon. Learn more here
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Souleymane Diallo
CEO @Fikia
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