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How to Ace the Venture Interview

The Interview Process

Most VC firms have more than one round of interviews: both for internship + full time roles
Most do a 30 minute phone call with an analyst/associate to gauge applicant
If things go well, move on to interviews with the principal/ partners
If you ace that, you’ll get an offer

Common Interview Questions

A list of the most common questions they ask
Why Venture Capital?
Tell me about your experiences and how they pertain to VC?
What is your favorite sector and what is some interesting things happening in that space?
What is a company that is in our portfolio that you like and why?
What is a company that is not in our portfolio but should be?
What makes you suited for this role?
Q’s on what are SAFEs and how to calculate post-money valuation

How to Answer Interview Questions

Why Venture Capital?
Talk about your passions for the industry and why startups in general
DO NOT Say you’re in VC because it’s easier than IB or for the money
What is your favorite sector and what is some interesting things happening in that space?
Research beforehand on some articles in spaces you are interested in and be able to talk on it
What is a company that is in our portfolio that you like and why?
Research a VC firm’s portfolio and pick 1-2 companies you really like and be able to answer why
What is a company that is not in our portfolio but should be?
Be able to speak to 1-2 companies that fits the VC firm’s thesis and be able to talk about why they should invest
What makes you suited for this role?
Build up your network of investors + founders to stand out
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