CIBC Investment Banking Analyst interview experience

I first went through a screening-style step, then made it into a round with executive directors. That round mixed behavioral questions with technical ones, and the technical side leaned into credit and market trends. I also got pulled into networking with top leadership, including senior figures across the group.

The next exec director round felt more like a “vibe check.” I expected technical follow-ups, but it stayed mainly behavioral—focused on how I think, how I show up, and how I fit with the team. Overall, it didn’t feel hostile, just very leadership-heavy. I left with a clearer sense