Snagging a job at this Wall Street behemoth means a chance to work with the best minds in financial services. "Our MBA hires can have significant responsibility and input from day one in finding creative solutions and ideas for clients," says company spokesman Leslie Shribman.

New hires get several weeks of training on subjects that include accounting, financial modeling and presentation skills. Junior hires are paired with mentors and buddies to aid in onboarding and career development.

What they're looking for: Most new MBAs start at Goldman in investment banking or private wealth management, but there are also some opportunities in asset management, finance, global investment research, merchant banking and securities.

"We are looking for candidates who are well rounded and have a diversity of experiences," Shribman says. "Those who wish to work at Goldman Sachs (GS) should dedicate time to learning more about our industry and our firm, and be able to speak articulately about why they want to work here."