How can i become a successful investment banker?

Im 14 and i go to st. johns prep in Danvers, MA. I have always been interested in stats, stocks, and money. I want to go to Harvard or somewhere near NYC. I also want to work for Goldman Sachs. MY uncle is a successful trader and i don't know if I should work in his company as an intern. What should I do?

Relatives LOVE to be asked Qs and to give their opinions. You could AND should ask your uncle to be your mentor.

Sit down with him and tell him the same things you mentioned in your Q. Make a list of ALL the Qs you think are important. Then ask him those Qs.

He might give you some insight as to what really goes on - as he sees things from his perspective. Except for a small investment of time, you have absolutely nothing to lose - AND A WHOLE LOT to gain and learn!

Thanks for asking your Q! I enjoyed answering it!

VTY,
Ron Berue
Yes, that is my real last name!

Plan on getting an MBA in Finance from a top tier school. Don't limit yourself to the northeast. Consider Northwestern, U of Chicago or Stanford.

I saw some great videos on Youtube about becoming an investment banker. Dont have the link but just type in investment bankers and they will all come up.

You can find banker job positions
and read the job descriptions carefully.
Then prepare some qualifications they want.
I let you know a useful page for preparation.
http://www.digcent.com/job.htm