Goldman Sachs Analyst Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Goldman Sachs.
Goldman Sachs
Summer Analyst
Intern Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The first interview was with a VP and Associate. It was a mix of checking for behavioral fit, going over my resume, and asking core technical questions. We talked about valuation, accounting basics, any past transaction experience I had, and my awareness of the market. It felt conversational, but they were definitely digging deep to see how I communicate and if I'd fit in with the team.
Confirmed questions6 questions
- Tell me about yourself and why you're a good fit.
- Can you walk me through your resume and highlight relevant experiences?
- What are your thoughts on valuation methodologies?
Goldman Sachs
Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Case
The interview started with a quick intro (2-3 mins) then we dove into a non-finance course I took in school or some non-finance news. The interviewer really grilled me for about 15 minutes on this, asking things like why I chose it, who the main players were, more details about them, how they make money, and the impact. They kept asking about the impact on the financial market. Then they asked a CV question about the current US interest rate, why the Fed might cut or hike, and the interest rate changes over the last 5 years. After the interviewer introduced themselves, they asked about duration, and which between 5Y & 10T Treasury would be impacted most by an interest rate change.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Sales or trader role preference?
- Why HK/SG?
- What makes you stand out from others?
Goldman Sachs
Analyst
Senior Average Neutral experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The Goldman Sachs interview is pretty structured and tough, aiming to see if you've got the technical chops and if you'd fit in. It usually kicks off with a first look or a HireVue, then moves into several interview rounds that mix behavioral, technical, and what-if questions. They're checking how you solve problems, think analytically, communicate, and if you align with the company's values. It often wraps up with a final round or "superday" where you chat with a bunch of folks from different teams.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about a time you had to be creative or innovative to finish a project or task.
Goldman Sachs Analyst Interview Questions
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