I applied through university. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at ESPN (New York, NY)
Interview
phone interview with human resources where we talked about my basic information, then in person interview with my future supervisor in the office. It was pretty average, they just wanted to see your background and get a feel about how interested you were in getting into the industry. The generic answers like "I love sports" didn't really cut it, so you have to think about why sports are so important to you and who you are.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Basic questions, who you are, why ESPN, why sports
ound 1: HR Screening & Behavioral (30 minutes, Phone)
"Standard screening focused on availability, fit, and basic motivation for a career in finance."
Questions Asked:
Why investment banking/corporate finance?
Walk me through your resume and highlight any relevant modeling experience.
Describe a high-pressure situation you successfully navigated.
Assessment: Assessed communication skills, commitment, and initial culture fit.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Master the "Big Three" Statements: Be able to confidently explain the links between the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.
Know Valuation Basics: Review DCF (Discounted Cash Flow) and comparable analysis methods.
Review Technical Definitions: Be prepared for questions on WACC, CAPM, Beta, and enterprise value vs. equity value.
Current Events: Read The Wall Street Journal or Financial Times daily and be ready to discuss a recent market trend or deal.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at ESPN
Interview
Phone screening, first round, and then final round. Interviews were with team managers and recruiter. Talked about specific experiences on resume. A few behaviorals. Pretty casual conversation from my experience.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at ESPN (East Ithaca, NY) in Sept 2023
Interview
Very easy and efficient. Had one zoom call then got the job. Just be enthusiastic and show a lot of interest in learning and growing. They value showing you care so make sure to care.
