Morningstar Interview Questions & Reviews

Interview Details – The questions range from specific finance questions and Morningstar proprietary data questions to typical behavior questions.

Interview Details – First round is a call from HR for a phone interview, then second round is a in person interview at their office, third round is another phone interview with one of their higher up managers.

Negotiation Details – Pay was hourly, you don't really negotiate as a intern...

Interview Details – Expect lots and lots of interview. Anywhere between 6-10 30 minute interviews. Although for the most part they are just feeling out your personality and not drilling you with tough questions.

Negotiation Details – did not negoitate

Interview Details – Two phone interviews and an in-person interview

Interview Details – Interview process was quick, efficient, and very pleasant. Here are the steps I experienced and some advice on how to prepare:

1) Phone screen with HR - This round is very pleasant, incredibly understanding, and as professional as it gets! You'll likely get a fair number of behavioral questions to gauge your interest and how well you know the company does (research the website for this one) and why you want this particular position. I was informed that I would have an onsite interview right after the phone screen.

2) On-site interview within the next week or two - If you're a local candidate you won't get any transportation costs reimbursed. I had interviews with hiring managers and their bosses. Everyone is extremely nice and they are all very pleasant people to talk to. The office is really pretty awesome to walk into. My interviews did get shuffled around a little bit (one became a 2:1; this speaks to the casual and somewhat spontaneous nature of the firm) and the HR round was canceled. For entry level data analyst positions, it is very unlikely you will be tested on anything technical because the position to my knowledge does not require technical skills or prior investment knowledge; you'll get taught all of that on the job so it doesn't really matter. You are evaluated based almost exclusively on your enthusiasm, personality, interest, and knowledge of the company. I had questions that related to how to deal with conflict (with clients), how others perceive me, etc. If you show enthusiasm, maturity, and preparation, you will probably have a good experience. Be positive! =) Behavioral questions can be tough if you don't prepare some answers (before the interview, think of some examples of teamwork, hardships, and the like).

I received the offer a week and a half later as they do review other candidates, so expect some waiting time unless you're a superstar. For future reference: Unlike what other interviewers state, you can negotiate (within reason, and if you do so professionally). As a tip that is unrelated to this particular interview, using the Briefcase method by restating your qualifications and citing online resources (Glassdoor, research market rate for similar positions) tends to work better. Morningstar is known to pay below market, but this is a great company to work for, especially for people just starting out - while an entry level job can be mundane in of itself, you will probably learn a lot about investments and enjoy a wealth of knowledge from other very accomplished, intelligent people at the firm. People often say the pay is "significantly" lower, but I think the pay is not terrible when you consider what the job entails and bake in the perks. This might not matter depending on your situation, but do think carefully about what you value and what will contribute to your job satisfaction in the end.

Interview Details – Mailed by the HR to setup an appointment for a 30 minute interview by both the HR and the hiring manager. Interview lasted for approx. 25 minutes.
Questions by HR:
1. what do u know abt morningstar.
2. why do u want to work as a data analyst.

Questions by hiring manager:
1. have you worked n VB?
2. how would u rate ur Skills in SQL
3. Rate your skills on 1-10 for front end, middleware and backend
4.whats a hash table in c#
5.give me an example of many to many relationshp
6. how would u impement this is SQL.. using how many tables blah blah
7. how would you do the data modelling for it.
8. how do you go about learning a new programming language
9. tell me a case of conflict of decisions in team mates and how did u go about it during a project.

Interview Details – Had one skype interview for about 35 minutes. Then was called for an on site interview in their Chicago office. I had three interviews in their Chicago office. All interview questions were fit and behavioral. No technical questions were asked. The whole interview process was very smooth.

Interview Details – Hiring process took a long time. Finally got a call back a month later. They called me in for an interview, and the initial interview seemed to be more about me and less about what I knew.

Interview Details – The hiring process had three rounds: resume + cover letter drop, 30 mins screening interview and a whole day interview + presentation at the headquarters in Chicago. The process was not too difficult with many standard fit/behavorial questions. There is also a group exercise and presentation component.