UBS

How the process runsFirm careers page, read Nov 7, 2026

1. 1ApplicationStated by UBSUS applicants may submit up to three applications per academic year.
2. 2Online assessmentStated by UBSAssessment links arrive soon after applying, must be finished within 168 hours, and cannot be retaken; missing the window withdraws the application.
3. 3Video interviewStated by UBSA video interview follows the assessments; the page gives no further detail.
4. 4First roundTypicalA trader or salesperson: why markets, a trade or stock pitch, mental math, what moved this week.
5. 5Final roundTypicalQuick rounds with several desks, each testing desk fit, market views, and how you think out loud.
6. 6OfferTypicalUsually 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 weighStated, then typical

From UBS's careers site: Finish the assessments promptly on an up to date, supported browser. The page does not say what the bank evaluates. Source

• A real market view you can defend for five minutes, with the risks to it.
• Mental math speed and staying calm when you are wrong in front of someone.
• Knowing the difference between sales and trading roles and which desks you want.

behavioral

4 questions

markets

7 questions

technicals

10 questions