I applied through college or university. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Bloomberg (New York, NY)
Interview
First round interview was a phone call that went over my CV. Basic questions took only about 10-15 minutes.
Second round I was invited to the 731 Lex office in NYC. I toured with an Analytics representative, make sure to pay attention to what they are doing and get an understanding of your day to day activities. Ask the rep a lot of questions as well. After shadowing with the rep I had a video conference interview with two managers in the SF division. They asked me questions regarding the role and whether I understood what the position entitles. I went over my resume and gave them real life experiences. I talked a little about current events. I also gave a quick sales pitch. This round is mainly seeing if your qualified and understand what you're doing. They will ask you finance and sales related questions.
Third round interview I was invited back to 731 Lex, this time everything taken care of by Bloomberg. I met with the head of the North American Analytics department. She asked me questions regarding the culture within the company. Also, a lot of questions regarding my personality and ethics.
I received a call a couple of days later saying that I received the position. I was then emailed my offer letter and given a date to accept, sign, and send over the paperwork.
I also recommend becoming qualified in Bloomberg's BESS Program offered on the terminals.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q: What is something currently happening in the financial world? What about within commodities?
Q: Give me a quick sales pitch about [ usually something related to your professional/academic experience]?
Q: If a company has a terminal not in use and decide to purchase another user, do you notify the company that their is a terminal not in use, or do you just go along with the sale?
Q: How would you pitch to someone to use this expensive terminal? What are the main benefits of the terminal?
Q: What are your thought's on Mr. Bloomberg's company changes
I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Bloomberg (New York, NY) in Nov 2016
Interview
First round of interview was a brief phone call with an HR representative. Second round was a super day at the headquarters in NYC. The superday consisted of shadowing an analytics person, touring the building, doing a quick group problem, independently doing work on a Bloomberg terminal, and then two interviews with one manager each from Analytics and Sales.
I applied online. I interviewed at Bloomberg (New York, NY)
Interview
First round - 15 minute phone interview
Second round - flew me to NYC for a 'superday' of interviewing. For the first hour, I job shadowed. The second hour was a 2:1 interview. The third hour was a tour of the building. The fourth hour I waited to find out if I made it to the next round. The final round was another 2:1 interview.
Ladies, make sure not to wear heels to this interview. It is a very long day and lots of walking.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is an interest rate? Who is the head of the Federal Reserve?