CICC Interview Questions
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CICC
Intern
Intern Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
Applied online with CV + transcript. A recruiter/HR reached out within ~1–3 weeks to confirm availability, preferred group/location, and basic fit (motivation, resume walkthrough, start/end dates). Round 1 (HR / screening call, 15–30 min): background, “why CICC / why this team,” internship timeline, language preference (Chinese/English), and basic behavioral questions. Round 2 (Team interview, 30–45 min): more in-depth resume drill + motivation. For finance roles, expect core technicals (accounting, valuation, markets), plus a few quick mental math questions. Interviewers also probed how I think under pressure and whether I can communicate clearly and concisely.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- What's your motivation for applying?
- Can you walk me through your resume?
- What are your start and end dates for the internship?
CICC
Investment Intern
Intern Easy Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Case
The interview process included a self-introduction, basic 3-statement questions which weren't too hard, and behavioral questions about challenges and leadership. It was also CV-based, focusing on the Gen-AI industry given it was my last internship. I was asked to introduce the industry and explain how I researched it. They also inquired about any databases used in PE/VC research and how I would write a report to introduce a fund or a company.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Can you start with a self-introduction?
- What are some basic questions about the three financial statements?
- Tell me about a time you faced a challenge or demonstrated leadership.
CICC
Investment Banking Analyst
Entry Average Neutral experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
So, there are two rounds of panel interviews, and each round has 3 interviewers. The first round is all about technical stuff like financial statements, valuation methods, and they'll really dig into your resume. The second round is more behavioral, asking about teamwork, your strengths and weaknesses, and if you're a good cultural fit. They mostly use Chinese Mandarin, but they might ask you to answer some questions in English.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What happens to the three financial statements if depreciation is increased by 10%?
- How would the three statements be affected by a 10% increase in depreciation?
CICC
Equity Research Intern
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview started with a self-introduction, then moved to in-depth questions about my previous internship experience. They also asked for my insights on the recent market trends and the driving factors behind them. I was asked to forecast the stock market and justify my predictions. We discussed my past research frameworks and their results. Financial modeling questions were also part of the discussion. Finally, they inquired about my availability for the internship.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you describe your past research framework and the outcomes?
- What was the framework of your past research and what were the outcomes?
CICC Interview Questions
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“What is the formula for calculating the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)?”
Read reports →“What is the difference between this year's GDP and last year's GDP?”
Read reports →“What happens to the three financial statements if depreciation is increased by 10%?”
Read reports →“What is the impact of a COGS error on the CF statement?”
Read reports →“What are yield, maturity, and bond pricing, and how do they relate to interest rates?”
Read report →“Regarding financial statements, what impact does 'Depreciation + 100' have?”
Read report →“Can you name the head of the XX department within the Chinese government?”
Read report →“How would the three statements be affected by a 10% increase in depreciation?”
Read report →“Can you explain the impact of $10 in depreciation on the three financial statements?”
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