Cost Engineering Intern
Interview Date
Applied around August 2020 for a 2021 internship
Result
Accepted Offer
Difficulty
Medium
Rounds
3 rounds (Resume Selection, Group Discussion, Personal Interview)
Drive Type
Internship, On-Campus
Topics asked
Detailed experience
College: Not Specified
Interview Date: Applied around August 2020 for a 2021 internship
Interview Type: Internship, On-Campus
Result: Accepted Offer
Difficulty: Medium
Rounds: 3 rounds (Resume Selection, Group Discussion, Personal Interview)
Topics Asked: Resume-based, Chemical Engineering subjects (Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Process Calculation), Behavioral (strengths/weaknesses, examples of qualities)
The candidate applied for a Cost Engineering Intern role at ExxonMobil BTC (Bangalore Technology Centre) around August 2020 for an internship in 2021. The hiring process consisted of three rounds: Resume Selection, Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI), which included both technical and HR aspects.
Resume Selection: The shortlisting criteria included a fair CGPA, genuine internship experiences, and notable extra-curricular positions of responsibility. Emphasizing detailed and well-documented technical projects and internships was crucial.
Group Discussion: This round took place after a company presentation. Groups of 12 third-year students from mechanical and chemical branches discussed the topic "Social Media Helping Our Society by Improving Our Productivity." The candidate highlighted the importance of being in formals, having good internet, and being ready with backups. Standing out by bringing the discussion back to the main topic when it became too negative and adding positive points was noted as a good strategy. Each participant had 30 seconds to conclude the GD.
Personal Interview: Conducted by a panel of five, the interview started with an extended self-introduction. For 15 minutes or more, questions were entirely resume-based, requiring detailed explanations of all mentioned experiences. The candidate was then asked about their favorite chemical engineering subjects, listing Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Chemistry, Chemical Technology, and Process Calculation, and received a few questions from each. Behavioral questions included having examples ready for strengths and weaknesses. The interviewers were welcoming and made the candidate feel comfortable, despite initial nervousness. The overall experience was positive, with key takeaways being thorough resume knowledge, confidence in core subjects, and an open mind to learning.