I applied through university. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at EY (New York, NY) in Oct 2010
Interview
It was on campus interview for senior associate risk position. I was asked following questions:
1. Tell me something about yourself
2. Describe a time when situation was going out of your control and you could manage at the last moment.
3. Describe a time when situation was going out of your control and you could not manage it.
4. What is the most challenging work you did
5. Tell me about a bad decision you have taken
6. How would you be helpful for risk advisory services at EY
7. Lots of question on my resume
8. Couple of questions on Basel, Economy, and Dodd Frank act
Two rounds of interview. First with Senior Manager or Director. Final with Partner. First mostly technical, second more relaxed, seeing fit and all that. Overall chill and not that bad
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Mostl around previous experience and things in my CV
Straight forward process. Not very thorough and interviewer asked fairly basic questions. Didn't give much information about the company, clients or culture which would have been useful. Seemed fairly disinterested.
Fast two‑round processes where both interviews are directly with Directors or Partners, combined with immediate HR scheduling after an online application, usually signal a high‑priority vacancy and a shortlist that’s already been narrowed. It often means they’re moving quickly to secure strong candidates and want decision‑makers involved early to avoid delays.