"Williams said that college students interested in working at the asset management behemoth should do four things before preparing for an interview: research the firm, have a personal elevator pitch, brainstorm specific examples of success, and reach out to an employee beforehand. With their "elevator pitch," Williams said, applicants should explain what's important to them, where they excel, and how they've overcome difficulties or solved problems."
""Why would you be great for the company? Being able to give an example, be specific," Williams said, adding that general statements don't tend to land as well. Researching the firm will help applicants anchor their chosen examples in what BlackRock in particular is looking for. Part of what defines the firm, Williams said, is relationship-building. Many applicants know or reach out to someone who works at BlackRock before the interview to learn about the company culture, he said."
Less than 3% of applicants gained entry to BlackRock's early-career programs last year, with about 60,000 applicants for 1,500 positions. Applicants complete a one-way HireVue interview. Preparation steps include researching the firm, developing a concise personal elevator pitch that explains priorities, strengths, and problem-solving experiences, brainstorming specific examples of success, and reaching out to current employees to learn about culture. Specific, example-backed answers are preferred over general statements. Relationship-building is an important attribute at the firm. Interviewers assess what motivates candidates, how they learned from challenges, and how they would handle situations differently.
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