I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Exponent in Jan 2021
Interview
A video interview with a panel of two senior employees. The interview lasted about 45 minutes and covered my education and employment history. Gave an overview of the role, the team and the department.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How do you think working in a consultancy will differ from a research environment?
Two 1 on 1 interviews that were virtual each laying 30 minutes each. Mostly behavioral questions like “tell me about a time when” they were 2 weeks apart. They were friendly and interview moved quickly
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.