Keep financial instruments topics on your fingertips. Try brushing through concepts on Bloomberg and Investopedia.
Also, understand the different products and services that Goldman offers. Especially, you need to understand what the division you're working for caters to.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Simple if you already have experience in finance, but they asked how options work.
I interviewed at Goldman Sachs (Salt Lake City, UT)
Interview
The Goldman Sachs interview process is structured and rigorous, designed to assess both technical competence and cultural fit. It typically begins with an initial screening or HireVue interview, followed by multiple interview rounds that combine behavioral, technical, and situational questions. Candidates are evaluated on problem-solving ability, analytical thinking, communication skills, and alignment with the firm’s values. The process often concludes with a final-round or “superday” interview, where candidates meet with several team members across functions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a situation where you had to get creative/innovative to complete a project/assignment.
I interviewed at Goldman Sachs (Salt Lake City, UT)
Interview
Good level of detail and thoughtful questions. The team was very responsive and we were able to come to agreement on many things when it came to compensation, roles and responsibilities, etc.