We know that you have options with the decisions you make in your job search. Why Robinhood?
Your interviewer wants to get a better sense of your motivation to work for Robinhood and how well you know the company. Onboarding and training a new employee is quite an investment, and the Robinhood team wants to be confident that you're ready for it.
Some interviewees might list off every reason they can think of for why they would want to work for Robinhood, while others will draw a blank and give a generic response that could very well be used for any company. Avoid both of these routes by instead giving a specific, concise answer that demonstrates you've clearly done your research. Three solid reasons with a clear explanation for each one is a good number to shoot for.
"While there are many reasons why I'm confident I would be happy with a career at Robinhood, it ultimately comes down to three main things for me in pursuing this opportunity. First, I feel strongly about your mission to democratize finance for all, and I'm eager to contribute to it in a meaningful way. Next, I value the focus you've placed on diversity and inclusion over the years. And finally, your UX work is among the best in the industry, and I'm eager to learn from the brightest minds while bringing my own expertise to the table."
"As a finance professional with over five years of experience under my belt, I've hit a point in my career where I'm looking to align what's most important to me personally with the work that I do professionally. I've deeply admired Robinhood's pivotal role in making the financial sphere more accessible for all and creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. The opportunity to align my values with Robinhood's values is attractive to me, and I look forward to contributing to Robinhood's mission if given the opportunity."
