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Risk of asking MBB firm for a 6-Month deferral to do PE internship?

I’ve signed an offer to start at an MBB firm in the Nordics in September, but I just got a 6-month internship offer at a PE firm in London. Ideally, I’d like to postpone my MBB start to do the internship. Is there a risk to asking to postpone the start date? 

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Mariana
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Hello there,

A friend of mine has done this before joining BCG.

I would say, ask for the deferral and structure your reasoning, worst thing that can happen is for them to say “no”, but they will not take back the offer just because of an honest request. 

Best,

Mari

Andreas
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Hey there! 

Congrats on signing your offer and congrats on the internship opportunity. 

I suggest you ask to postpone your start date, while ensuring you communicate that your MBB role remains your top priority. 

Best of luck! 

-Andreas

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Hi there,

Congratulations on the offers! Regarding your question:

Q: Ideally, I’d like to postpone my MBB start to do the internship. Is there a risk to asking to postpone the start date?

There shouldn’t be issues with asking, but they might not be able to accommodate it. You can reach out to HR to clarify it.

Good luck!

Francesco

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