SEDEMAC

Role: Internship (leading to PPO for R&D Engineer)

College: IIT Bombay

Interview Date: Not Specified (around 2020, during internship season after second year summer)

Interview Type: On-Campus / Internship

Result: Selected (PPO offered and accepted)

Difficulty: Medium

Rounds: 2 rounds

Topics Asked: Basic technical questions, problem-solving, thought process, electrical machines.

Experience:

The candidate, Dhruv Bhardwaj from IIT Bombay, applied for an internship at Sedemac Mechatronics. The initial selection involved signing up for Job Application Forms (JAFs) and subsequently participating in telephonic interviews.

Round 1 & 2 (Telephonic Interviews): These rounds focused on asking very basic technical questions. The interviewers were less interested in rote knowledge and more in assessing the candidate's thought process and problem-solving approach. The candidate successfully cleared both telephonic interviews.

Following the interviews, the candidate received a call from HR confirming selection for both JAFs. The internship started in April in a Work-From-Home (WFH) mode due to the prevailing situation (likely COVID-19 pandemic).

During the internship, the work was related to Electrical Machines and initially presented some challenges. However, the candidate found renewed interest in studies and enjoyed the work, particularly after a simulation ran successfully, impressing the mentor.

The internship was extended, and the candidate continued to work with complete involvement. Eventually, a Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) was extended, which the candidate accepted.

Overall Experience: The experience was positive, leading to a PPO. The company focused on evaluating the candidate's thinking abilities rather than just theoretical knowledge. The internship itself was a significant learning experience, reigniting the candidate's passion for electrical engineering.