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MBA Finance Associate at Zions Bancorporation
No Offer – Interviewed in Salt Lake City, UT Jan 2009 – Reviewed Jan 21, 2010
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My 1st interview was at the career center of my school. I met with an HR rep and a high level person in finance. The HR interview was standard; the finance interview got somewhat technical - moreso than I expected. This was during the credit crisis and Zions problems weren't well known just yet. They asked a lot about fixed income and risk analysis.
After that, I was 1 of 12 MBA students invited to SLC for 2nd round. We met around noon at their HQ office and after introductions, some lunch and a short Q&A, we were split into two or three groups and shuffled off into separate rooms. Each group was given an hour or so to analyze a case while 3-4 Zions execs watched and took notes. Later that evening, there was a dinner/reception with mgmt where we got to mingle and socialize. The next morning I had 1 on 1 interviews with 4 execs that were chosen by them from a pool of 12 or more that did all the interviewing. I met with a sales guy and HR guy as well as finance and operations. They specifically mixed up the specialties. These were more "fit" type interviews than technical ones. We finished by noon.
Overall, it was pretty standard fare for MBA recruiting. I liked the fact that they gave us their decision within a relatively short time frame, a couple weeks at best, so there wasn't much agonizing. One thing I didn't like was that they originally told us that they were looking to fill maybe 5-6 positions. I dont know how many offers were made, but I talked to several people in the group and only one I talked to got an offer. In the end, I know for sure that 2 people were hired and there maybe was a third. So out of 12, they maybe made 4 offers and got 2-3 acceptances.
Interview Question – The stastical theory behind yield curves, duration, negative convexity and other risk related items. Answer Question
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Product Manager at Zions Bancorporation
No Offer – Interviewed in Salt Lake City, UT Mar 2009 – Reviewed Mar 20, 2009
Interview Details – I only had a phone interview. The interviewer was not well prepared and had few questions to ask. Since he was not native to the US, he seemed to be hesitant to ask many questions nor answer any questions with much depth.
Interview Question – What is your experience with ACH and wire transfers? View Answer
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Analyst at Zions Bancorporation
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Oct 24, 2012
Interview Details – While the technical portion of the interview was illuminating, it required multiple trips to speak with nearly a dozen people in the department. All very friendly and very bright. After a few minutes it became very comfortable and we ended up speaking in general about things we would like to do moving the technology capabilities forward.
Interview Question – Several business cases were given where I was required to step them through the process of how I would solve them. One of the cases was an actual problem they were working on. I discovered after coming on board that my solution worked! Answer Question
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Intern at Zions Bancorporation
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in May 2011 – Reviewed Jun 26, 2012
Interview Details – I was called, and asked several behavioral based interview questions. I'd recommend an internship with Zions. The phone interview was fairly straight forward after a referral from a currently employee. I then met the branch manager and discussed the internship goals. Management was really nice and my internship was a great experience.
Interview Question – Name a time where you received negative feed back, what did you do about it? Answer Question
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Test Analyst at Zions Bancorporation
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Feb 2011 – Reviewed Oct 11, 2011
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The interview process was very quick compared to other positions within the bank. The expedited process is due to a need for more manpower on upcoming projects, they need more people. Based on technical experience, it can be a very easy process.
The interview consisted of the interviewers asking logic questions, some easy, others challenging. They want to understand your ability to think through complex issues to find problems and concerns.
Interview Question – You have been asked to perform tests on a vending machine that has been repaired. Where do you start and what will you do? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – No negotiation at all. A test analyst is not considered the most skilled IT position in the bank, thus wages are low. Typically the HR rep will try to discourage the negotiation.
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Finance at Zions Bancorporation
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Sep 2009 – Reviewed Sep 19, 2011
Interview Details – normally you first interview with HR department and if everything goes well you will have interviews with the department you are applying for. the interview with department is normally two rounds, one round with the hiring manager and some other employees or VPs and if you get invited to the second round, you will probably interview with the seniro management. Overall, it's a good interiew process and you will hear from them soon.
Interview Question – tell us about your leadership experiences? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – was able to negotiate on salary.
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Financial Analyst Support at Zions Bancorporation
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Jan 2009 – Reviewed Feb 9, 2011
Interview Details – I was referred by an employee and when I met for my interview they were interested.
Interview Questions
- How did you hear about us? View Answer
- What are your goals View Answer
Negotiation Details – pleasant
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Finncial Services at Zions Bancorporation
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Aug 2008 – Reviewed Oct 14, 2010
Interview Details – I knew the immediate hiring manager and he brought me over. He's fantastic - the company wasn't.
Interview Question – I can't really give an effective interview question because I was hired by a previous Sales Manager and he recruited me for the position. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – Great - I knew the manager and it went smoothly since we had a previous working relationship
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Financial Analyst at Zions Bancorporation
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Dec 2008 – Reviewed Aug 2, 2010
Interview Details – The interview was short. Most questions were regarding my interpersonal connections
Interview Question – Have you ever had a conflict with a co-worker? How did you handle it? Answer Question
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Senior Credit Analyst at Zions Bancorporation
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Apr 2010 – Reviewed Apr 15, 2010
Interview Details – My first interview was 1:1. It was mostly behavioral based questions. The second round interview was with four managers. The managers asked several questions about my resume. It seemed like the first interview was a lot harder than the second round. Something they mentioned was that "a good fit" was really important.
Interview Questions
- What experience do you have with financial spreading? Answer Question
- Why banking? Answer Question
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