Behavioral · Personal Background Questions
Resume Story
This question asks you to walk an interviewer through the story of your resume and connect it to your interest in the role.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Topic
- Behavioral
- Subtopic
- Personal Background Questions
What this question trains
This problem practices how to turn a resume review into a clear personal narrative, which is one of the most common first questions in investment banking interviews. It tests whether you can explain your choices, connect your school, major, internships, and activities into a logical path, and show why those experiences led you to this opportunity. Interviewers ask this to see self-awareness, communication skills, motivation, and whether your background supports a genuine interest in the role. The goal is to sound thoughtful and structured, not like you are simply listing facts from your resume.