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Goldman Sachs Apprenticeship Interview Questions 2026
Goldman Sachs's interview process for school leavers follows a structured format: two rounds: hirevue video interview then a superday (multiple back-to-back interviews with senior staff). Below are the types of questions you should prepare for, based on the competencies they actually test.
The Questions Goldman Sachs Asks
Every question maps to one of Goldman Sachs's core competencies. Prepare at least one strong STAR story per competency.
Analytical thinking
“Tell me about a time you demonstrated analytical thinking.”
Use the STAR framework. Focus on what YOU specifically did, not what the team did.
Drive and ambition
“Tell me about a time you demonstrated drive and ambition.”
Use the STAR framework. Focus on what YOU specifically did, not what the team did.
Collaboration
“Tell me about a time you demonstrated collaboration.”
Use the STAR framework. Focus on what YOU specifically did, not what the team did.
Commercial awareness
“Tell me about a time you demonstrated commercial awareness.”
Use the STAR framework. Focus on what YOU specifically did, not what the team did.
Resilience
“Tell me about a time you demonstrated resilience.”
Use the STAR framework. Focus on what YOU specifically did, not what the team did.
Integrity
“Tell me about a time you demonstrated integrity.”
Use the STAR framework. Focus on what YOU specifically did, not what the team did.
The STAR Framework
S — Situation: Set the scene briefly (1–2 sentences). Enough context, no more.
T — Task: What was your specific responsibility? What was expected of you?
A — Action: What YOU did — not "we". Be specific. This is 60% of the answer.
R — Result: Quantify if possible. What changed? What did you learn?
Motivational Questions
Why Goldman Sachs specifically — not just the sector?
Why an apprenticeship over university?
Where do you see yourself in five years?
What do you know about the challenges Goldman Sachs faces right now?
What gets candidates rejected
Vague answers like “I worked in a team and we all helped each other.” Interviewers want to hear what YOU specifically did. If you can't isolate your individual contribution, the answer won't land.
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