I applied through college or university. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Fidelity Investments (Boston, MA) in Apr 2008
Interview
I was brought in for three rounds of interviews after a phone screening. During each round of interviews , i spoke with two to three different managers or analysts. Most of the questions were based off my work experience and not my GPA or course load. Each interview lasted about 30 minutes long and were not difficult in terms of questioning.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is your definition of a leader and then a manager?
An initial call (recruiter or manager) to confirm basics: your background, your interest in the role, your availability, behavioral questions.Depending on role, they might do a more comprehensive interview loop: more senior leadership, maybe product or technical review, maybe presentation of past work or portfolio.
I interviewed at Fidelity Investments (Boston, MA)
Interview
I had a virtual interview for a summer internship that I assumed would be behavioral. However, it presented several unexpected and challenging questions, which made for a surprisingly interesting and thought-provoking experience.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Fidelity Investments (Boston, MA)
Interview
Referred by a friend who spoke highly of its culture. Everyone in this process was so nice. The manager was very kind and cared about me even though I was just one candidate. I think it implies their good culture. Even though I eventually lost to the other candidate who had more relevant experience, I feel positive overall. The senior manager's interview was very chill and relaxing. The analyst asked more technical questions but very basic finance one, and he was friendly even if I was stuterred a little.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
-Why Fidelity?
-If you could choose one financial statement or two
-Why is interest rate/WACC/WAM important?
-What's non cash expense