I applied through university. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Morgan Stanley (New York, NY) in Apr 2013
Interview
Two solo interviews and a team based exercise. Everything was organized well and the materials handed out at the career day were great. Interviews were primarily focused on fit, enthusiasm for the role, not on technical knowledge. Initial screening took place during on-campus recruiting. For the interview, know what operations does. Knowledge of the firm is important but it's important to demonstrate that you actually desire to be an operations analyst and that you've taken the time to understand what function operations plays in an investment bank.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time you went above and beyond the call of duty. Why Morgan Stanley? When have you been a leader? Describe times you've worked effectively as a group.
Asking general behavioral questions like self intro, any relevant experience with client, future career plan, etc. It was two round in person interview and nice culture and people. Good experience overall
I interviewed at Morgan Stanley (Glasgow, Scotland)
Interview
Was very nice. They show you the building between rounds of interviews. First is a group interview, and then two individual interviews. The people are nice as well, and very friendly.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Morgan Stanley (New York, NY) in Feb 2026
Interview
Simple and straightforward and something you can take with you after. I hdid a lot of prep, and believe it is important to do so even until the morning of. It is also important to know about the firm and be yourself.
