Firsthand's (formerly Vault) award-winning career guides include interview strategies, job-search tips, and full-length profiles of leading companies. Firsthand is limited to Current Ross Students and Ross Alumni only. Guides are FREE to download. An iMpact login is required.
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Links to requested guides will be sent to you at your registered email address. The link is good for two downloads in a 48 hour period, after which time you will need to request the guide again. Vault guides are in PDF format.
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Job Search Engines
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Investment Management
Private Equity
Real Estate Management
Job Boards and Search Engines
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Job Boards and Search Engines
Salary Surveys
Employment Trends
The following databases highlight companies involved in the venture capital, private equity, and M&A deals. These databases can help identify firms that need employees to manage start-up portfolios or work in the start-up companies themselves.
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