Jane Street S&T interview questions?

Hi guys! Could anyone who's been through Jane Street's S&T interviews provide examples of the type of questions asked within different rounds? I've finished the written assessment and the first-round interview.

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights into the types of questions you might encounter during Jane Street's S&T interviews:

General Interview Process:

Multiple Rounds: Expect several rounds of interviews, including phone interviews and in-person interviews.
Focus on Problem-Solving: The questions are designed to test your problem-solving skills rather than just getting the right answer.

Types of Questions:

Brainteasers and Math Questions:
- You might encounter brainteasers that require a deep understanding of probability and mathematics.
- Some questions are designed to be unsolvable without advanced knowledge, such as a PhD in probability.
Confidence Interval Questions:
- You may be asked to bet chips on how long you think it will take you to answer a deceptively easy prompt. For example, betting on a 99% confidence interval means you are highly confident in your answer.
Technical Questions:
- Expect technical questions related to trading, market making, and constructing trade ideas.
- Mental math and market awareness are also tested.
Behavioral Questions:
- Behavioral questions are included to assess your fit within the company culture and your ability to handle various situations.

Preparation Tips:

Glassdoor and Other Prop Shops: Look up interview questions on Glassdoor and other proprietary trading firms like SIG to get a sense of the types of questions asked.
Ignore the Chips: During interviews that don't involve chips, focus on the questions rather than worrying about the number of chips you have.

Additional Resources:

WSO Hedge Fund Interview Prep Course: This course includes 814 questions across 165 hedge funds and can be a valuable resource for preparation.

For more detailed experiences and specific questions, you might want to check out the full threads on WSO or visit Jane Street's official resources.

Good luck with your interviews!

Sources: Jane Street Final Round - What to Expect, S&T Recruitment 2011: An Applicants Story, S&T Recruitment 2011: An Applicants Story, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/trading/st-mock-interview-partners-saft?customgpt=1, Citi 2019 SA S&T Phone Interview Questions

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how was the 1st round?

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