Merrill Investment Banking Analyst interview experience

The setup felt strict in a practical way: I had only one chance to record each response, and the time limit was tight—about ninety seconds per question. What helped me get through it was knowing my own stories and the lessons I’d learned, because I couldn’t afford to ramble.

The interview itself was essentially built around how I presented myself and how I communicated my experience under time pressure. It didn’t feel like a knowledge quiz, more like a test of composure and clarity.

In the end, I didn’t receive an offer. Even so, the process felt fair and direct, and it mostly left me