I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Apple (Hong Kong) in Apr 2018
Interview
Warming-up: Watch the first video of Apple store opening near the west lake, and then give comments.
First stage:
Group work: 4 Scenarios, prioritize them/give the reasons/ also the solutions to these situations. Meanwhile, write everything on board as much as you can. Time pressure:12 min.
Ask questions: 2 min, as much questions as you can.
Group work again: 5 min, thinking about how to present later. Meanwhile, deal with another scenario. Review the points that need to cover.
Present: 5min, free presentation.
Feedback: talk about how to improve if there is another chance.
Feedback: give the feedback of person on your left.
Second stage:
Qestion and individual answer.
3 questions:
Tell us a time when you need to learn something quickly and how did you do with that?
Tell us a time when you have first impression of a person and then realize it’s wrong?
Tell us a time when some people or some events really frustrate you?
Third stage:
Open questions from interviewees.
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
Tell us a time when you need to learn something quickly and how did you do with that?
The interview process was smooth, well-organized, and very professional. Communication was clear at every stage, and the interviewers were welcoming and respectful. I appreciated the opportunity to discuss my experience in depth. Overall, it was a positive and engaging experience that reflects a strong and thoughtful recruitment approach.
The interview proceeded smoothly without any disruptions. It started promptly at the scheduled time and concluded punctually, allowing for an efficient and productive interview. I can not complain and will apply for another position if one comes up.
HR applicants have rated the interview process at Apple with 2.6 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 42% positive. To compare, the company-average is 64% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for HR roles take an average of 44 days to get hired, when considering 14 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Apple overall takes an average of 29 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Apple as a HR according to 14 Glassdoor interviews include:
Phone interview: 40%
One on one interview: 30%
Background check: 10%
Group panel interview: 10%
Drug test: 5%
Presentation: 5%
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