Hey guys, I just got invited to do a HireVue interview for an off-cycle internship position in the Markets division at a top investment bank. I’m really excited but also pretty nervous since this is my first time doing one of these video interviews.
Can anyone who has been through this process before share what kinds of questions they typically ask? I’m wondering if they focus more on technical knowledge about markets and trading or if it’s more behavioral questions about teamwork and motivation.
Also, any general tips for performing well in HireVue interviews would be super helpful. I’ve heard the format can be pretty different from regular interviews so I want to make sure I’m prepared. Thanks in advance for any advice you can share!
Congrats on landing the HireVue! From my experience with Markets division interviews, expect about 60% behavioral questions and 40% technical. The technical stuff covers basic derivatives, market structure, and current events affecting trading floors—not deep quant analysis. They’ll test how you handle high-pressure situations and fast-paced environments. For HireVue tips: nail your setup first—good lighting, stable internet, professional backdrop. You get 30-60 seconds to prep answers, so have a mental framework ready to structure responses quickly. Practice recording yourself with common behavioral questions to get comfortable on camera. They’re judging content AND delivery, so keep steady eye contact and speak clearly.
Just did the HireVue for the same role last month! Heads up - they threw in some basic math questions like simple interest and percentages, all under time pressure. Don’t stress about being perfect though. They want to see your problem-solving process, even if you mess up a bit. Good luck!
You’ve got this! Practice your body language and smile - energy shows up great on camera! Keep answers short and tie your experiences back to why you love markets. Use that prep time!