I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at Bridgewater Associates (Westport, CT) in Jul 2011
Interview
Process is a phone screen and a face to face interview. There is almost nothing about the interview that has anything to do with the role. You have to work through a maze of tests on conceptual thinking, operational mind set and thinking at the right "level." More than skills, they test to see if you can handle the unique "culture" of Bridgewater. You should review and understand the set of "principles" which is published on the web site. Have a few questions about the principles handy, it helps to look "smart." Note many have called it a "cult" not a "culture" and interviewing there pretty much tells you that. I interviewed in Research and everyone I spoke to was very smart and capable.
First round with HR.
Second round is a group discussion. Given a topic, there is no right or wrong. I think they are trying to understand your thinking process and how you deal with problems.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
HR related general questions. Philosophy-like topic.
HR screen about you and your background, group discussion where you discuss an abstract philosophical question (e.g do you tax happiness, if you could make everyone believe one fact what would it be), analytical interview
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
You are netflix trying to figure out how much to pay for a new show/how much it's worth, what do you do
Analytical debate and then further rounds discussing quantitative problems, analytical studies, etc. etc. around 4 to 5 rounds in total and also questions on resume and experience etc etc. not super chill or super intensive, nothing much else to add
1
Top companies for "Compensation and Benefits" near you
