When should I submit my application?

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New answer on Oct 29, 2020
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Anonymous A asked on Aug 27, 2020

Rising junior at a target applying to US BA intern positions. Apps are due 9/10, does it matter when you send them in? (They have said they start reviewing once the deadline has passed, but I just wanted to make sure I won't be at a disadvantage by applying only about 1 week before the deadline)

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Ian
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replied on Aug 27, 2020
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Hi there,

Generally they only look at them once the deadline has passed. However, some may look at them on a rolling basis (no matter what they say)...no matter what it does not hurt to submit early (if you're ready)....it can only help!

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Udayan
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replied on Aug 28, 2020
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There's no advantage to applying early to the US offices. Most applications come in on the due date anyway so they don't start going though them before that.

Udayan

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Anonymous replied on Aug 27, 2020

Hi,

if they review the application after the deadline, there is no difference in sending yours 1 day before the deadline or 1 month.

If anything, sending it earlier rather than the last day, demonstrates your interest, thus it can be an advantage, rather than a disadvantage!

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Hi Anonymous,

Applying early does not hurt but does not help either..

Hope that helps - if so, please be so kind and give it a thumbs-up with the green upvote below!

Robert

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Gaurav
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replied on Oct 29, 2020
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Hi there,

It doesn’t matter on what day you will apply for a vacancy. You can also submit your application 2-3 days before the end of the deadline.

Do you need another help with your application?

All the best,

GB

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Anonymous replied on Aug 30, 2020

Dear A,

Actually, it doesn't matter when exactly you apply. Just be on time for deadline.

Best,
André

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Deniz
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Hi,

The date of the submission will not have any impact. In fact, most people tend to submit their application in the last few days.

Best,

Deniz

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