Tech IndustryNov 3, 2017
IBMjbill96

JP Morgan Technology Analyst Program Insights

Any thoughts or reviews on the Technology Analyst Program for Software Engineers for JP Morgan or other investment banks? Currently going through the interview process as a new grad and looking for any information about the program. Side note: salary seems to be substantially lower than most new grad Software Engineering gigs, is this normal for fintech roles?

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SEVENROOMS DEADB33F Nov 3, 2017

What are the numbers?

IBM jbill96 OP Nov 3, 2017

i’ve been seeing 70k-80k

SEVENROOMS DEADB33F Nov 3, 2017

Seems about right. My non-CS friend got about that as a PM

BlackRock anon615 Nov 3, 2017

BlackRock offers 100k for new grad (2 year rotational program)

IBM jbill96 OP Nov 3, 2017

i’ve heard good things about BlackRock, a few students from my university are there now. how do you like it?

BlackRock anon615 Nov 4, 2017

I interned in SF office for a summer, great culture and engaging people - as far as tech at financial firms I think they are one of the best

Google fruit_ Nov 3, 2017

No it is not normal for new grads to earn 100k+.

Chase T3CH13 Nov 4, 2017

Pretty good program. Raises and bonuses after first and second full year. Most also get promoted to associate at end of program (following Feb) which comes with raise and bumps you to 4 wks vacation. In my market and year I started at 55k in the program, ended at 73k and 8k bonus after 2.5 years.

IBM jbill96 OP Nov 5, 2017

were you applying to the TAP program seeking a PM position or were you placed into the PM role?

Chase T3CH13 Nov 5, 2017

Hired as a BA (though comp in TAP is same across Job Families). Have moved positions a couple times to current role.

Chase Nope.io Nov 5, 2017

I work with 2 TAPs on different projects. They basically do all the PM work.

IBM jbill96 OP Nov 5, 2017

i’ve heard that team placement can be hit or miss. if i prefer to be on a more technical team is that something that would be taken into consideration?

Chase Nope.io Nov 5, 2017

Probably, though they tend to treat TAPs like generics to fill a need.