Questions about path to become an equity analyst?

<p>Okay, so I did some research and I now understand that the summer of my junior year I should be working as a summer analyst at the bank that I wish to be an analyst. </p>

<p>Hopefully someone here can help me with some question that have arisen in my mind:</p>

<p>-Before applying for a summer analyst position, is there any other unpaid position(s) that I could do at an investment bank to help build my resume?
-In general, what do these banks look for in a resume and what are some way to boost my resume?
-If the internship is offered in the summer of a student's junior year, how early should the student apply?
-Do students normally apply to just the bank they wish to work for, or do they apply to many banks as they would for a paid job?
-What is the next step after completion of the summer analyst program? </p>

<p>Also, any tips or suggestion for my career path would be very much appreciated!</p>