I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Vanguard in Nov 2020
Interview
Interviewer was pretty condescending during interview and did not seem to care about your answers and was only there to check the boxes.
later received message that they would be pursuing more qualified candidates
I applied online. I interviewed at Vanguard (Malvern, PA) in Sept 2020
Interview
I received a phone call almost a month after applying. This screening interview led to a virtual Superday. The Superday includes two one-hour interviews and they both may be situational and technical. Afterwards, there are a few company presentations and a round table with 5-6 other candidates where you discuss a question related to Vanguard provided 3 days in advance.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are some of Vanguard's main expenses and revenues?
What is Net Asset Value (NAV)?
What is an asset, liability, and equity?
Difference between an ETF and mutual fund?
Give me names of different stocks.
Other situational questions where you need to highlight your leadership.
I applied through university. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Vanguard (Malvern, PA) in Nov 2013
Interview
Phone interview with recruiter followed by on campus full day interviews, etc. 2 1 hour interviews and case study on ETFs. Pretty straight forward behavioral questions. Make sure you know what makes Vanguard unique, and show them that you align with their culture. Very competitive program so make sure to do whatever it takes to set yourself apart.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What experiences do you have that make you a good candidate for this position.
