I applied online. I interviewed at Cambridge Design Partnership in Feb 2026
Interview
CV then first round of 30min online interview, then I was invited to the Cambridge office for a whole day interview. Two rounds with lunch meeting the whole team, one round about 1:30 hours.
I interviewed at Cambridge Design Partnership (Toft, England)
Interview
Multiple rounds, including with one or more of the partners (3 in my case), though not necessarily with the one who will end up managing you.
Skills are checked based on case studies.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Multiple case studies, e.g.
1. Tell me what to consider in designing a device to paint walls, combining a continuous paint supply to an applicator (not necessarily a roller, could be anything)
2. Drug delivery device, using a cartridge with multiple needles. Design considerations, how to test, how to interpret test results.
I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Cambridge Design Partnership (Cambridge, England) in Sep 2025
Interview
It is a 3 step process. First is CV screening, then a 30 minute technical interview and lastly 2 hour onsite case study interview. In end they also show you around the facility.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The first online interview is with Manufacturing Manager, in which they ask about your background, interests and also explain the role and about the company.
The onsite interview will involve case studies, it best to think about how all their products were manufactured and how can they improved. Focusing on thinking process of manufacturing is highlighted.