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Based on the most helpful WSO content, coffee chats can sometimes serve as a first-round filter in the recruiting process. While they are often informal, they can also include technical or behavioral questions to assess your fit and interest in the role. For example, in some cases, candidates have reported that coffee chats were relatively laid-back, while others experienced them as more structured, resembling a first-round interview.

If the session is labeled as "1:1 Coffee Chats" on Handshake, it is likely an initial screening or informal interview. Be prepared for both casual conversation and potential technical or behavioral questions, as the format can vary depending on the interviewer and the firm's approach.

Sources: Blew a Coffee Chat..., Post final round coffee chat, William Blair SA 2021, How One Student Did Coffee Chats Right - Received Offer From A BB, Q&A - Left First Undergrad with Sub 2.0 GPA====>Booth MBA/"Tier 2" Consulting

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