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$8 Billion Fund

Position out of undergrad

Specific skills required include: • Strong quantitative / analytical skills. • Superior Excel skills for financial analysis, including IRR analysis. • Business writing. • Preparation of concise business and manager analytical reports. • Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize. • Interpersonal skills and the ability to work as team member or independently. • Ability to interact with important institutional clients. • Desire to work in a small office and in an entrepreneurial atmosphere.

I'm an economics major but I have no previous finance (internship or otherwise) experience. What should I expect in this interview?

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