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Updated 22 Feb 2025

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Trainee Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 29 Nov 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I was interviewed in May 2024.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Question was on bitwise operator, array

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Q1. Ques1: There is a big file of words which is dynamically changing. We are continuously adding some words into it. How would you keep track of top 10 trending words at each moment? Ques2:Write a function that returns the length of the longes... read more
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Current work experience

Quality Associate Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Type of Body panel part and body piller type & body part area vehicle Repaint and major accidental identification area check
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DE Shaw Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude test was very hard almost 90% of people were eliminated from this round.

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Why are you interested in Finance? What is Financial Statement analysis? What is industry wise revenue breakdown of ITC? Threats to ITC? What is the formula of WACC?
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in Finance because of my passion for analyzing financial data and making informed investment decisions.

    • I have always been fascinated by the world of finance and enjoy analyzing financial statements to understand the financial health of a company.

    • I believe that finance plays a crucial role in driving economic growth and I am eager to contribute to this field.

    • I have a strong analytical mindset and enjoy w...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why do you know about DE Shaw
  • Q3. Which Technology is Used by DE shaw for investments?
  • Ans. 

    DE Shaw uses a combination of proprietary technology and algorithms for investments.

    • DE Shaw utilizes advanced quantitative models and machine learning algorithms for investment decisions.

    • They have developed their own trading platform and software tools to analyze market data and execute trades efficiently.

    • The firm also leverages big data analytics and high-frequency trading strategies to gain a competitive edge in the

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why should we select you?
  • Q5. Any questions for us ?

Financial Research Associate Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Which Technology is Used by DE shaw for investments?
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Self introduction
  • Q2. Chemicals and it uses
  • Ans. 

    Chemicals are substances with specific properties used in various industries for different purposes.

    • Chemicals are used in manufacturing processes to create products such as plastics, pharmaceuticals, and fertilizers.

    • They are also used in cleaning products, agriculture, and construction materials.

    • Some common chemicals include sodium chloride (table salt), sulfuric acid, and ammonia.

    • Chemicals can be hazardous if not hand...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Color codding and dilition
  • Q4. Deep cleaning procedure
  • Ans. 

    Deep cleaning procedure involves thorough cleaning of all surfaces and areas to remove dirt, grime, and bacteria.

    • Start by decluttering the area to be cleaned

    • Use appropriate cleaning products and tools for different surfaces

    • Focus on high-touch areas like doorknobs, light switches, and countertops

    • Pay attention to detail, including corners and crevices

    • Allow sufficient time for cleaning and disinfection to ensure thoroughn

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  • Q5. All ways use personal protectionkit

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Q1. Do you know about SAP and Computer knowledge
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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 5 Jun 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

First round was a test which had quant, statistics, data interpretation

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Walk me through your CV

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Q1. N-th Fibonacci Number Problem Statement Given an integer ‘N’, your task is to find and return the N’th Fibonacci number using matrix exponentiation. Since the answer can be very large, return the answer modulo 10^9 + 7. Formula: F(n) = F(n-... read more
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Get interview-ready with Top DE Shaw Interview Questions

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About industry, go to market strategy case, trends, top players

Senior Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Explain 3 statement financial model Calculating discount rate Could you walk me through the DCF model? Other valuation methods. What PE is ideal? What is the other matrix to value the company? Difference between IRR and CAGR. What is Bond Y... read more
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Easy Aptitude Test, questions were related to the job profile

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic Question related to your knowledge in the applied role.
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions were asked related to my internship experiences

Associate Talent Acquisition Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What are the job boards you habe used to source the quality candidates?
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

2 leetcode type DSA questions and need to code in HackerRank in 1.5

Principal Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. what technique did you use to understand the root cause of the problem and isolate the specific task or process that needed attention
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

It was a one hour coding test, with 4 programming questions.

Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The test was on a harder side I would suggest give stress on blood relation for logical reasoning and for maths prepare percentage and ratio

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Prepare like an normal interview

Financial Associate Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Journal entry for cash sales?
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DE Shaw Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in DE Shaw interview?
DE Shaw interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the DE Shaw interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and Aptitude Test.
How to prepare for DE Shaw interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at DE Shaw. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at DE Shaw expect are Recruitment, Outsourcing, Direct Marketing, Analytical Chemistry and Administration Management.
What are the top questions asked in DE Shaw interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the DE Shaw interview -

  1. Two cops and a robber are located on opposite corners of a cube and move along ...read more
  2. In some tournament 139 teams have participated. Tournament is knock out. what i...read more
  3. Design a class which has director, HOD, Professor and students. They all are re...read more
How long is the DE Shaw interview process?

The duration of DE Shaw interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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