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We are offering optional one-on-one coffee chats with Promontory members so you can ask any unanswered questions and get a better feel for our club's culture.
Note on Coffee Chats and Office Hours:
As an organization dedicated to democratizing knowledge and access to investing, coffee chats with RAs and office hours with the Board are meant to make the process more transparent and help everyone put their best foot forward when it comes to joining our community. We want to emphasize that these events are optional and entirely intended for your own benefit.
Coffee Chat Sign-Up Deadline:
Thursday, January 5th @11:59 pm CT
Coffee Chat Sign-up Link: https://forms.gle/ay99LsYzmbcrFrrJ9
Coffee Chats
The Winter 2023
application is OPEN!
Info Session #1:
Date: Wednesday, January 4th
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Stuart 104
Info Session #2:
Date: Thursday, January 5th
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Stuart 104
Application Office Hours:
Date: Saturday, January 7th
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Stuart 104
Timeline
Written Applications Due:
Sunday, January 8th @ 5:00 pm CT
Round 1 Interviews:
Tuesday, January 9th - Friday, January 13th
Round 2 Interviews:
Sunday, January 15th
Introducing Promontory
Winter 2021 Info Session Recording
— Video Highlights —
0:32 - 1:55 Board introductions
1:55 - 2:22 Our alumni
2:30 - 3:59What do we do, why we do it, and how we do it
4:00 - 9:23 What is investment research?
9:30 - 14:50 Case Study: Black Swan Investing
15:00 - 23:00 Our org. structure, recent coverage
18:15 - 22:11 The BFT curriculum
22:18-24:33 Events
24:35-26:26 D&I Efforts
26:26 - 30Fall 2020 recruiting details
30 - 42:52 Promontory Research Analyst Q&A
43:40 - 50:16 Audience Q&A
F.A.Q.
Q: When do you recruit new members?
A: We recruit NRs in the Autumn and Winter Quarters.
Q: What do you look for in a successful applicant?
A: We’re looking for intelligent, enthusiastic, and hardworking 1st and 2nd years who are willing to commit and dedicate themselves to our organization and who believe in the values represented by our club.
Q: How many New Recruits are recruited each quarter?
A: This winter 2023, we are looking for 15 New Recruits. Our small scale is explained by our effort to provide a quality education through close mentorships and one-on-one sessions, thus forming a tight-knit community. We try our best to select candidates who will contribute the most to the club.
Q: How much of a time commitment should I expect?
A: Research Analysts spend 5 hours on average per week attending meetings and working on Promontory projects.
Q: Can I reapply?
A: Yes! A reapplication is regarded as demonstrated interest in the RSO and we look forward to hearing about all the things you've done since your last application.
Q: Do I need any prior knowledge or any experience in finance?
A: Not at all. Our goal is to enrichen our community with hardworking, smart, and engaging minds who are always willing to contribute. Many students are more than capable of learning the education material we're offering, but we are looking for those who share the aforementioned attributes, who will add value to Promontory, build strong friendships, and deliver our primary mission to the campus community.