What to Put in Your Resume Interests Section for Investment Banking

The interests section is a small but useful part of an investment banking resume. Done well, it gives bankers an easy conversation starter and makes you more memorable. The key is to list genuine, specific interests that you can discuss confidently—not hobbies selected because they sound impressive.

Author: Michael Harris Updated 4 min read

What the interests section is supposed to accomplish

Investment banking resumes are usually dominated by academics, internships, leadership, and technical skills. An interests section adds personality to an otherwise formal document. An interviewer who shares one of your interests may use it to begin or end the conversation.

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