Candidate FAQs

Application process

When do applications open and when are they due?

• Applications open in early April. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting in May; interviews will also begin at this time. We recommend you apply as soon as possible in order to be considered.

How many applications can I submit?

• You may apply to one program (Full-Time Analyst Program, Summer Internship Program, MBA Internship Program or Quantitative Master's Program) and up to two functions. For example: For the Summer Internship Program, you can apply to the Private Markets function within the Investments business area and an Internal Audit function within the Corporate Functions business area.

Can I apply to multiple regions?

• You may only apply to one region (Americas, EMEA or Asia-Pacific). However, on your application, you can note your interest in an alternative location.

Do you offer opportunities for graduate school students?

• Yes, but please keep in mind that eligibility for each program is based on your experience and when you will be graduating. If you are in a graduate school program immediately following undergraduate studies, please consider applying for our Full-Time Analyst Program. Our MBA Internship Program is geared toward MBA students in their penultimate year of study who also have a few years of professional experience. Our Quantitative Master's Internship Program is designed for students enrolled in a quantitative-disciplined curriculum and in their penultimate year of study. For more detail, please refer to the program descriptions.

Do you provide visa scholarships?

• No, BlackRock does not provide visa sponsorship.

How can I learn more about the teams I could possibly join?

• Check out the section on "Business Areas & Functions" on the program descriptions page.

Pre-interview assessment and coding test

What is the pre-interview assessment?

• The pre-interview assessment is a short video recording that you must submit as part of the application process. You will receive a link to complete your pre-interview assessment after submitting your online application. Once a question is posed, you'll have three minutes to prepare and up to 90 seconds to record your answer. The entire process takes less than 10 minutes. You must complete the pre-interview assessment in a single sitting within five days of submitting your online application.

What is the coding test? (Software Engineering applicants only)

• The coding challenge is an online assessment that you must complete as part of the application process for our Software Engineering team. It contains coding questions followed by one video question. You may complete the coding questions over the course of five calendar days, and it should take about 60 minutes total to complete. The video question must be completed in one sitting.

How can I complete the pre-interview assessment or coding test?

• Immediately after you submit your online application, you’ll receive an email with a link to complete this step. You can also access the pre-interview assessment or coding test directly from your application portal.

If I apply to more than one function, will I be required to complete a pre-interview assessment for both opportunities?

• Yes, you’ll be required to complete a pre-interview assessment for each function you apply to.

Can I retake the pre-interview assessment or coding test once I have submitted it?

• No. Unfortunately, you cannot retake the pre-interview assessment or coding test once submitted.

If I don’t complete the pre-interview assessment or coding test within the deadline, will BlackRock still consider my application?

• Your application is considered incomplete if you don’t submit your pre-interview assessment or coding test within the deadline, and your application will automatically be rejected.

If I don’t complete my pre-interview assessment within the deadline, can I withdraw my application and submit another?

• No. If you don’t complete your pre-interview assessment or coding test within the deadline, you cannot reapply.

I'm having technical issues with my pre-interview assessment or coding test. Who should I contact?

• Please reach out to support@hirevue.com or call 1-800-655-4106 with any technical difficulties. They will be able to assist you.

I never received the link to complete my pre-interview assessment or coding test. How do I proceed?

• You can complete your pre-interview assessment via your application portal. Please log into your application portal and click the link that says, “Start Assessment.” That will take you to the platform where you can complete your pre-interview assessment or coding test.

How can I request for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?

• If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, you should email the Campus Recruitment team for assistance: blackrockcampusrecruiting@blackrock.com.

Application System

Can I update my resume or other information in my application once I have submitted it?

• Yes, you can update your contact details and your resume after your application has been submitted. For any technical issues with your application, please reach out to candidate@support.oleeo.com.

How can I see where I am in the application process?

• You can log into the application portal to see any updates. You’ll also receive email communication if your application has progressed to the next stage or has been rejected.

Will I receive feedback if my application is unsuccessful?

• Unfortunately, BlackRock is unable to provide feedback on your application.

If I withdraw one of my applications, can I reapply or submit a new one?

• No, you will not be able to submit a new application if you withdraw your original application. A withdrawn application still counts toward your application limit. Candidates are eligible to submit up to two applications each year. All applications must be submitted at the same time, within the same program (e.g., Summer Internship Program, Full-Time Analyst Program, etc.) and within the same region (Americas, EMEA or Asia-Pacific).

Can I reapply next year if my application has been rejected this year?

• Yes, we encourage you to reapply next year, provided you still meet the criteria for the program you’re considering.

I'm having technical issues accessing the application portal. Who should I contact?

• You can reach out to candidate@support.oleeo.com. They will be able to assist you.

Program & recruiting timing

What is the recruiting timeline?

• We begin reviewing applications for the Summer Internship Program and Full-Time Analyst Program in May. Interviews subsequently take place on a rolling basis starting that month. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible in order to be considered.
• We will begin reviewing applications for the MBA Internship Program and Quantitative Masters Internship Program in the fall.

When does the Full-Time Analyst Program begin, and how long does it run for?

• This program starts at the beginning of August with a two-week orientation. After orientation, Analysts join their teams and receive business-specific training and professional development throughout the course of the two-year program. Analysts rotate teams during the program (specific rotation schedules vary by business function).

When does the Summer Internship Program begin?

• This nine-week program takes place between June and August. Participants in this program may be eligible to apply to our Full-Time Analyst Program for the following year.

When do the MBA Internship and Quantitative Master’s Internship Programs begin?

• Both nine-week programs take place between June and August. Participants in each program may be eligible for Associate-level roles the following year.