I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Exponent in Aug 2022
Interview
Two rounds of 30-minute video interviews with employees at this current job level, then a virtual "on-site" interview that consisted of six 30-minute conversations, mainly with senior management, and a 45-minute technical presentation. Everyone was polite and welcoming.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Several situational questions. "Tell me about a time you..." -needed to persuade others -had to resolve a conflict among you and your colleagues -had to accommodate an unexpected change of plans in a work project
Initial interviews were straightforward, had call with hiring manager then video interview with another managing scientist. They asked about my CV, research experience and explained about the company structure. Did not advance after second round.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Can you explain more about (so-and-so resume bullet)?
Screening calls with employees at different levels. Then an all day interview that includes a technical talk. Present on things you did recently/know well enough during your technical talk so you can answer questions asked without saying you can’t answer because that work was 10 years ago. So sufficient research on the connection between your skill set and the work happening at Exponent in your practice of interest.
2 screening calls with folks at different levels in the practice of interest. Then full day interview with more people, mostly from the specific team you’ll be working with and a technical presentation. Biggest thing is to clearly articulate during the presentation how your background and interests fits in with the work going on at Exponent.
