CD&R Off-Cycle September 2026
Thought to start a thread, I’ve heard online tests are out. Do they go out in batches? Or all in one go?
What are the next steps after the OT? Is it a round with DP or straight to CD&R?
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I didn't apply but am aware it's everyone who gets the test in one go
I think it goes straight to CD&R but can't confirm.
Based on the most helpful WSO content, there isn't specific information available about CD&R's Off-Cycle process for September 2026. However, in general, online tests (OTs) for such processes can either be sent out in batches or all at once, depending on the firm's recruitment strategy. After the online test, the next steps typically involve either a direct round with decision-makers (like Deal Partners or senior team members) or an intermediate step, such as a case study or technical interview, before progressing further.
If you're targeting CD&R, it's best to prepare for both behavioral and technical rounds, as private equity firms often emphasize both aspects. Additionally, staying proactive and networking with current employees or alumni can provide more clarity on their specific recruitment process.
Sources: You Get A Test! Everyone Gets A Test! | The Daily Peel | 12/22/21, Q&A: Corporate Banking to FAANG CD, Q&A: I do OCR for a BB, Series 7 STC Final Exam Q&A Scores Vs. Exam Results, Recruitment Set Back To "Normal"
Tests come out in dribs and drabs and video interview w DP after the tests - process is at VI stage
Got it, I may be late to the party I got the OT this week!!
What test do they use?
Rogue provider, not one of the normal ones
It’s called test partnerships, not quite the standard ones I’ve seen before
Have you heard back from R1 yet? When is R2 taking place
If by R1 you mean the DP VI, candidates got emailed yday that DP had forwarded their profile over to CD&R and that CD&R will be in touch in due course to schedule interviews if selected
This should be in the PE thread
Anyone heard back from CD&R yet?
Nope, DP sending updates every week saying sorry but the team haven't had a chance to review
Does anyone know when the process for Q1/Q2 2027 starts?
Does anyone know what the modelling exam consists of
Did you do the first round with CD&R already?
The modelling test is easy I’ve been told in previous years
Unsure but R1's are coming out, just got a call from DP today
Are R1s (Post DP) sent out in batches or all at once? I could not find any information from previous years.
Anyone done the technical assessment/modelling test?
when's yours? a friend did it last year and said it was the most difficult process she's been through
Any insight into process stages?
Is it standard resume, test, DP, modeling, investment team interviews?
Anyone heard back after tests?
Is this the Dartmouth only one? My little brother's roomamate did this
Any update on the process?
Any updates after the online test?
I havent heard back and don’t know anyone else personally
Any updates? It’s been a while since the test
Any updates? Know one person invited but many havent heard yet
What do you mean by invited? Did that person get invited for interview for September or January?
September is already full if we follow the timelines from last year. The process now is probably for the January start...
Invited Jan DP Interview apparently modelling tests will be within next weeks. But its only one guy who heard back and dont know anyone else so idk if theyre full now for Jan
Do you know of anyone? Have they previously done any 2026 positions at CDR? Apparently they dont reinvite if you did 2026 process
I guess that if I haven’t been invited after tests I can reasonably assume rejection?
At this point I have no idea how to improve my chances, got top internships, top school, know people with similar background who were invited to interviews. Yet im still being rejected after tests, even though I feel that I performed quite well. Super frustrating
Any one else received Associate Interview after Dartmouth?
When did you receive DP interview?
Like 3-ish weeks ago. Associated interview was last week. Waiting to hear back about case study
Did you get the associate interview for the January 2027 intake? I did it for September 2026 already but think I got dinged
What was the process like? I’m going to be applying for their summer this year or potentially their off cycle in 2028
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