Applications & Interview Day
Target the right firms and get through the door. I cover firm-specific prep for Jane Street, Citadel, Two Sigma, and others. Then resumes, networking, negotiation, and handling interview day pressure.
Lessons
1. Intro
2. Jane Street
Collaborative problem-solving
3. Citadel and Citadel Securities
Speed and intensity
4. Two Sigma
Research and technology
5. HRT (Hudson River Trading)
Collaboration and systems
6. Optiver
Mental math gatekeeper
7. Quiz: Resume Tips
Test your understanding
8. SIG (Susquehanna)
Probability and game theory
9. DE Shaw
The marathon process
10. Timing Your Applications
When to apply
11. Quant Resume Basics
What makes you stand out
12. Cold Emailing That Works
Reaching out effectively
13. Quiz: Networking
Test your understanding
14. Using Referrals
The most effective path
15. Conferences and Meetups
In-person networking
16. Headhunters and Recruiters
Working with intermediaries
17. The Night Before
Preparation and rest
18. Managing Pressure
Staying calm during interviews
19. Quiz: Interview Day
Test your understanding
20. Think-Aloud Technique
Showing your reasoning
21. Taking Hints
Coachability matters
22. Salary Negotiation
Getting what you're worth
23. Evaluating Offers
Beyond total compensation
24. Your First 90 Days
Starting strong
25. Quiz: Offer Evaluation
Test your understanding
26. Mental Resilience
Handling rejection and pressure