I was just wondering what some good, intellectual questions would be to ask the interviewer at the end of the investment banking interview session?
I've seen in a lot of mock interviews that they always ask if we (the interviewee) have any questions for them. I heard that it is good to have at least 2-3 questions to ask.
Bank Specific Questions to Ask an Investment Banker Interviewer
- I bet you were in my shoes a few years ago -- what initially attracted you to X bank?
- How does your experience compare to your friends who work at other firms?
- If it's associate who was a direct-promote: "What influenced your decision to stay with the firm for the longer term?"
- Excluding the people you work with, tell me what you enjoy most about the job and the firm
Firm Culture Question at the End of an Interview
- How would you describe the culture here?
- What characteristics do you like to see in your co-workers?
- Is there more of a team or autonomous atmosphere here?
Deal Related Questions
- Can you talk about your role in the last [M&A, ECM, DCM] deal you worked in and what specifically you learned from it?
- I saw the bank participated in [insert transaction.] If I was working on a similar transaction, what responsibilities would you expect me to take on, and what responsibilities would you like me to take on?
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Ask them if they could have lunch with three people, dead or alive, who would it be???
Solid questions i've heard:
Was wearing a Rolex to this interview too flashy? Do you hair test for drug usage? What is your funniest interview story? What was your last bonus? What are your thoughts on these other banks (pull out a list of competing banks at this point)? Will having a criminal record hurt my chances?
Is it OK to ask somewhat technical questions at the end of the interview.
haha What a fucking tool. Don't take yourself so seriously. Leave it to the russian nerd to post some sanctimonious bullshit like that.
questions to ask???? (Originally Posted: 03/27/2008)
Hey guys, I have an superday Friday for Citigroup's Sophomore Rotational program and I wanted to know some great questions to ask at the end of each interview.
One question you can never go wrong with is - "what differentiates 'outstanding' summers from mediocre ones? demonstrates that you are more interested in doing the job well/performing at a high level than you are in wondering how to get the job. it's a positive message to send and it leaves you with useful info.