I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at AlphaSights (New York, NY)
Interview
Absolutely wonderful interview process and people. I applied on the company website after seeing a posting for the job on my university website. I heard from a team member 2 days after applying online asking for a time I was available for a phone interview 2 days later. The phone interview was pretty straightforward and was mostly about my background and how I got to where I am today. After telling the interviewer that I was actually in NYC at the time since I had another onsite interview the day before he immediately invited me to come to the office. He wanted me to come in right after the phone interview but due to other interviews I had lined up with other companies later that day I ended up going in the next morning instead.
The office was very nice and the people were all friendly. It seemed like an amazing work environment and I was offered refreshments while I waited for my interviews to begin. I had an interview with two team members who were also interested in my background and what things I am passionate about. They asked me to go into detail about some of the activities that I was involved in. They were very open in explaining the role to me and excited to answer any questions I had. After that I had an hour long interview with the guy who is the head of the NYC office and he was also very engaging and interested in who I am as a person and what makes me tick. Everyone seemed very happy with their job and the company. They want people who love what they are doing. About two days later I received a phone call with a verbal offer followed by my official offer letter.
The turnaround time for the entire process was amazing. They really respect their candidates and don't want to waste a candidates time waiting. I've never experienced such quick turnaround from a company. Everyone seemed genuinely interested in me which was very refreshing.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Nothing unexpected, but they really want to know what you are passionate about. They want passionate people.