<t>back to the question of why so few physics phds go into academia. i think it's fair to say that at the beginning of their graduate careers, most, if not all of incoming phd students are ... hmmm, *open* to the idea of becoming physics professors one day, and perhaps, exploring other opportunities...

<t>Hi everyone:I know for sure (personal experience) that in the US it is possible to get a summer internship in finance and that would indeed help you get more full-time interviews with banks/firms in your future job search. Now, internships come in different types/kinds - the easiest would be to g...

hi Matrixhow did you get an interview with them? i'm in the same boat too (physics phd, etc) and i didn't get any responce from them when i sent my resume to them. if you prefer to contact me by email it's vova_149@hotmail.compeacevova

<t>guys:super dumb question - does it help one get a job in finance (and exactly what kind of job - trading or quant research) if you have an MFE degree? How long is the program at Berkeley? Are you styding something really hard and theoretically involved or is it more hands-on "here's how to comput...

<t>Hi guys:i'm a physics PhD-to-be, looking for my first job in quant research. i have an interview coming up with a hedge fund for a stat. arb. research position. Other than the usual Time Series/Portfolio Theory/Stoch Analysis what books should I read?I am concerned that the interview may be quite...