The process was smooth overall, although the hiring capacity was limited, so the initial conversation was directly with the hiring manager. After that, we went through the standard steps – a brief technical/behavioral phone screen, a short case‑study exercise, and finally the mandatory background‑check and paperwork. The follow‑up emails sometimes took a few days, but there were no major roadblocks and the timeline stayed within the expected two‑to‑three‑week window.
I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at BNP Paribas (Frankfurt am Main) in May 2023
Interview
4 interviews in German, 1 with Associate, 1 with another Associate, 1 MD, 1 with another MD.
Tell me about yourself.
What is the current US and EU interest rate?
What are the current news concerning financial institutions (regulation, etc.)?
Brain teaser
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
4 interviews in German, 1 with Associate, 1 with another Associate, 1 MD, 1 with another MD.
Tell me about yourself.
What is the current US and EU interest rate?
What are the current news concerning financial institutions (regulation, etc.)?
Brain teaser
The interview covered technical questions, personal fit discussions, brain teasers, and CV-related topics. It followed the typical investment banking interview structure—challenging at times, but entirely manageable for candidates who have prepared thoroughly in advance.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
A company has D&A of XY, Guide me through the three statements.