I applied through university. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Jefferies (New York, NY) in Nov 2019
Interview
I got a phone interview a few days after I applied, which was conducted by an analyst and an associate from the equity research team. I was quickly invited to a super day at their New York HQ and spoke to an MD over video conference and a panel of VPs and associates.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. "Got a stock in mind?"
2. How would you obtain and use credit card data for future investment opportunities?
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Jefferies (New York, NY)
Interview
First round phone screen with HR. Tell me about yourself, Why Jefferies, Why sell side equity research, followed by accounting questions. Walk me through how 10 dollars increase in depreciation would flow through the three financial statements.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself, Why Jefferies, Why sell side equity research, followed by accounting questions. Walk me through how 10 dollars increase in depreciation would flow through the three financial statements.
I applied for the Equity Research Summer Analyst program at the London Office. Received a zoom interview in early 2022. The interview was one-on-one and around 30 minutes. The overall experience is good but the interviewer pushed to details about one of my research program.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. Walk me through your resume. 2. What is the final result of your report? Buy or sell?
I went to Women in Finance event at Jefferies in New York City. After, I submitted an online application and had an interview. The interview was composed of 3 separate 20 minute phone calls with one or two employees.