<p>You are right; I should make a decision once I get the offer. However, I can't help but dwell on the situation, in order to prepare myself just in case. I agree with you, that B-schools will look for quality work experience. Also worth noting, is that you mention if I stay with this co-op, I may only be able to transfer to an average school. I may not even be able to, because of my GPA. I need to take courses in order to improve my GPA for transfer. Its catch 22 in a sense. </p>
<p>I have realized this: Pending on the offer, the decisions come down to taking the co-op for experience. Or, take courses instead, and gain the chance to apply to NYU. They are both risks, as the co-op will not allow me to go to NYC. But, the courses are certainly not a guarantee transfer into NYU. </p>
<p>Nonetheless, thank you very much for input. All these responses are making me think, and that is great.</p>
<p>well somewhere like Ohio st. or Indiana are guarantees.. now someone can correct me if im wrong but ive heard that osu guarantees transfers spots who have a 2.0 plus gpa... im not sure about Indiana... but if you have a chance to get such a competitive co-op.. i honestly dont think i could pass that up... seriously.. id stick it out.. yes even the whole five years... b/c you seem to be a star in your school... which would then make you look favorably.. IF you can raise your gpa... now its probobly true that you may not enjoy all your time spent in philly...but IF you can land this offer... then you'll be well on your way... and to put it simply.. if you dont get this offer... then take classes and get the heck outta there... very simple... anyhow good luck</p>
<p>Thank you for your reply. I wouldn't say star at all, but perhaps motivated. </p>
<p>I just received a call, and I was offered the position. This has really thrown me off course, and I am even more worried to make a decision. Can anyone suggest a good site to visit to research more on hedge funds? Or can anyone vouch the value of an internship at a hedge fund as an analyst?</p>
<p>I little more on the company; the whole company is essentially filled with Wharton grads. The couple who started the firm are both Wharton grads, UG and G. The managing director to whom I interviewed with was at JP Morgan...I honestly don't know what to do. I'm ecstatic, but yet feel empty as I may let my dream of NYC go.</p>
<p>Would an experience at an hedge fund be valuable, and help in my goals of landing a job in Banking? Any input at this point would be extremely valuable...</p>
<p>UPDATE: Just in case someone finds this thread for reference.</p>
<p>I decided to take the job. After taking a long hard look at my goals, I felt this internship is in line. And it is paying off. So far, I'm into my second week, and already I am making important connections and learning vast amounts about the industry. A couple of analysts are from Ibanks, and most have incredible backgrounds. Also, since we are a fund of funds, I see backgrounds of people from the likes of Citadel and SAC Capital. (Not yet 'interacting' w/ them...yet.)</p>
<p>Overall I'm very content with my decision, despite hurting my GPA. I am taking two courses however, so I am still improving. My advice to anyone possibly stuck in my position, (I highly doubt it, but you never know?) is to make a spreadsheet with positives/negatives. Constantly update it, and reflect upon your decisions and opinions. It's hard to organize all your possible outcomes, but listing them makes them that much clearer and simple. </p>
<p>Again, thanks to all who contributed. It really did help in the decision making, whether it was for or against taking the experience. Both sides were valid, and there was no clear answer. I hope to stay active here at CC, and gain more insight from peers who are intelligent, and motivated.</p>