Lehman Brothers (when it still existed): Investment banking division (internship)

Question

Why investment banking?

Candidate's answer

I've been interested in the markets and the economy and money for years... that's why i majored in economics.

Question

Tell me about yourself?

Candidate's answer

I gave a brief history of myself - mostly pertaining to the academic aspect of my life.

Question

Walk me down the income statement.

Candidate's answer

I answered this correctly.

Question

What's 3 to the 4th power?

Candidate's answer

I gave them any number.

Question

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Candidate's answer

I said I see myself at a top firm - have an MBA, and am working in M&A.

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