Introduction
Venture capital interviews can feel informal, but don’t be fooled—they’re testing your ability to evaluate opportunities, communicate clearly, and fit into the firm’s investment culture. Whether you’re applying for an internship or an associate role, you’ll need to answer thoughtful, strategic questions. This blog highlights 10 of the most common VC interview questions and how to tackle them.
Every client has their own preferred questions however, here are the top 10 questions that we see our clients typically ask;
- Tell me about a startup you admire—why?
- What sectors are you most excited about and why?
- If you had $1 million, what would you invest in today?
- How would you source deals?
- How do you evaluate founder quality?
- What do you think makes a good pitch deck?
- What are some recent investments you disagree with?
- How would you assess product-market fit?
- How do you stay up to date on tech and startups?
- What do you want to learn in your first year here?
Tips:
- Have a startup pitch prepared.
- Show curiosity, critical thinking, and knowledge of the ecosystem.
- Be opinionated, but humble—VCs respect well-reasoned arguments.
Conclusion
VC interviews are about perspective and potential. At Circle Square, we help candidates sharpen their responses and understand what each firm values. We’ve worked with top-tier funds and know what differentiates a memorable answer from a mediocre one.
