I applied through college or university. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Morgan Stanley (Baltimore, MD) in Mar 2016
Interview
First round of interviews was conducted on campus. After the first interview I was invited to Morgan Stanley's office for two one-on-one interviews and a group activity that involved solving a ficticous business problem. A group of about 10 candidates were split into 2 teams and asked to solve a business problem and than give a presentation on our solution. During the activity the two groups are asked to get together and collaborate.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why Morgan Stanley?
What do you know about Morgan Stanley?
Asking general behavioral questions like self intro, any relevant experience with client, future career plan, etc. It was two round in person interview and nice culture and people. Good experience overall
I interviewed at Morgan Stanley (Glasgow, Scotland)
Interview
Was very nice. They show you the building between rounds of interviews. First is a group interview, and then two individual interviews. The people are nice as well, and very friendly.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Morgan Stanley (New York, NY) in Feb 2026
Interview
Simple and straightforward and something you can take with you after. I hdid a lot of prep, and believe it is important to do so even until the morning of. It is also important to know about the firm and be yourself.
