Blackstone

How the process runsFirm careers page, read Nov 6, 2026

1. 1ApplicationStated by BlackstoneSummer positions post as early as January through March, and US interviews run from February through December for the following year's programs.
2. 2Online assessmentTypicalSome firms use online tests or a timed modeling exercise early.
3. 3First roundStated by BlackstoneSelected candidates should expect a first-round video interview with a member of the Blackstone team.
4. 4Final roundStated by BlackstoneCandidates who advance then have a series of face-to-face meetings.
5. 5OfferTypicalUsually within days of the final round.

Timing between stages shows on each program page once students report it. Firms change formats by year and office; the firm's own invite is the final word.

What it tends to weighTypical of a large private equity firm

• LBO mechanics cold: sources and uses, debt paydown, returns, and a paper LBO in your head.
• Investment judgment: would you buy this business, at what price, and what kills the deal.
• A clear reason for investing rather than advising, backed by deals you can discuss.

behavioral

6 questions

markets

3 questions

modeling

10 questions

technicals

3 questions