I applied online. I interviewed at Jefferies (New York, NY) in Feb 2026
Interview
I made it to the first round of interviews, where I met with both an Associate and a Vice President. The interview began with a “Tell Me About Yourself” question, and from there it focused primarily on behavioral questions. Many of the discussions emphasized my experiences working on group projects, how I collaborate within a team setting, and the personal traits I bring to a professional environment.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
General / Opening
Tell me about yourself. — Question
Walk me through your resume. — Question
Why are you interested in investment banking? — Question
Why our firm? — Question
Behavioral – Team & Group Projects
Tell me about a time you worked on a team project. What was your role? — Question
Describe a situation where you had to collaborate with others to meet a deadline. — Question
Tell me about a time you dealt with conflict within a team. — Question
Give an example of when you had to take initiative in a group setting. — Question
Describe a time when you had to step up as a leader. — Question
Tell me about a time you contributed to a team’s success. — Question
Personal Traits / Character
What are your greatest strengths? — Question
What is a weakness you are working on? — Question
How would your teammates describe you? — Question
Tell me about a time you demonstrated resilience. — Question
Describe a situation where you handled pressure or tight deadlines. — Question
What motivates you? — Question