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25 Best Investment Banks to Work For in 2026

by Vault Careers | June 24, 2026

Based on our survey of thousands of banking professionals, here are the best investment banks to work for this year.

Can Interviewers Tell If You’re Using AI? Here Are the Signs

by Rob Porter | June 22, 2026

Some job seekers are turning to AI for help during job interviews. Here's how interviewers can tell if you're getting a little extra AI help.

Using AI for Interview Prep Without Sounding Like Everyone Else

by Roman Shvidun | June 16, 2026

AI can prepare you for an interview in 20 minutes, but can also make you sound like every other candidate. Here's how to use AI tools without losing your voice.

Recorded Job Interviews: What They Are and How to Ace Them

by Rob Porter | June 10, 2026

Recorded job interviews are becoming a staple of the modern hiring process, for better or for worse. Here's what to expect.

What Job Descriptions Really Mean When They Ask for an 'AI Expert'

by Rob Porter | June 04, 2026

What do job descriptions mean when they say they're looking for an "AI expert?" Here are some tips to showcase your AI skills during your job search.

Weird Banking Interview Questions: What Interviewers Are Actually Testing

by Rob Porter | May 27, 2026

Weird and unusual interview questions are often designed to test a banking candidate's composure and ability to think logically. Here's how to prepare.

5 Behavioral Interview Questions Investment Banks Are Asking Now

by Rob Porter | May 22, 2026

Behavioral interview questions test your resilience, composure under pressure, and personality fit. Here are tips to answer questions top firms ask.

How to Talk About AI Experience in Interviews (Even If You’re Not Asked)

by Rob Porter | May 06, 2026

Professional service firms are paying attention to how candidates think about AI tools. Here's how to talk about your AI experience during a job interview.

Interview Questions Top Accounting Firms Ask: Part II

by Rob Porter | March 24, 2026

Accounting firms often ask variations of core questions during job interviews. Here are some common questions, and how to answer them effectively.

Interview Questions Top Accounting Firms Ask: Part I

by Rob Porter | March 18, 2026

Accounting firms often ask variations of core questions during job interviews. Here are some common questions, and how to answer them effectively.