Exclusive: Goldman Sachs intern acceptance rate falls below 1% for third straight year

Goldman Sachs' intern acceptance rate remains below 1% for the third consecutive year, with 2,500 interns selected from over 500 universities. CEO David Solomon noted AI may reduce hiring in the coming years, but the firm plans to maintain entry-level hiring at around 2,500 annually. The 2026 class includes diverse candidates like athletes, musicians, and nonprofit founders, reflecting a shift from traditional hiring pipelines.