Interview Checklist

There are three areas essential for leaving a good impression during your interview with Deutsche Bank:


1. Know yourself
2. Know Deutsche Bank
3. Know the industry/know the job


Know yourself

Before you put yourself through our interview process, make sure you know who you are. Know what you want to do and why you want to do it. Understand that people get into financial services for many reasons. This is a challenging career. Make sure you know what your motivations are. You'll be asked about them.

  • Why do you want to work for Deutsche Bank?
  • Why have you chosen the role you are applying for?
  • What activities have you done in the past?
  • Where have you worked?
  • What kind of person are you?
  • What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • What do you love and hate?
  • Make sure you know your resume



Know Deutsche Bank

We've been around for a long time. Know our history as well as the most recent deal we closed.
  • What countries do we operate in?
  • How many divisions do we have? 
  • What divisions operate in the region you are interested in?
  • What is our organizational structure?
  • Who are our senior managers?
  • What are some of the more important/news worthy deals we just closed?
  • Have you talked to any company representatives/current employees?
  • What do recent Deutsche Bank Interns at your school have to say about us?

 


Know the industry/know the job

We realize that every job has a large learning curve. When you join Deutsche Bank you will take part in a comprehensive training program. However, we expect you to demonstrate an understanding of some fundamental concepts about the industry and the position you are applying for.
  • Get used to banking lingo; fixed income, cash flow, bond
  • Follow the large markets. We don't expect you to know the exact percentage change of a specific stock but we do expect you to know the major trends in some of the large financial markets
  • Know who the major players are in the industry
  • For roles in core functions such as HR, Technology and Operations know why you would rather do this work in finance as opposed to another industry
  • Have a few questions prepared to demonstrate you've done some research and want more information
  • Show that you understand what your role would entail and what makes you a good candidate