Foster + Partners Civil / Structural Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 7 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Foster + Partners.
Foster + Partners
GIS Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
The first stage is an online interview where you'll do a self-introduction and learn about the team and the role. They'll also ask common questions like what your weakness is and why you're interested in joining Foster.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you want to work at Foster?
Foster + Partners
Environmental Engineer
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I learned about the role from a recruiter and had a one-hour in-person interview. They asked a lot of detailed questions about my CV, various technical skills, and general interview questions. The interviewers were friendly, but they've been ghosting me for four months since. The recruiter mentioned he's been following up but hasn't gotten any response. Foster and Partners was a company I admired, so I put a lot of effort into preparing. I'm very disappointed they didn't even provide feedback; it feels unprofessional and disrespectful.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you describe a challenge you faced in your work and how you managed to overcome it?
Foster + Partners
Structural Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Presentation Panel Background check Offer
Interview formats
Presentation Behavioral
First off, I had this chat with two Partners. They talked a lot about the firm and what kind of projects I’d be working on. Then, I got to show off my portfolio, and they asked more about what I’m into professionally and what I know technically. After that, I talked to a Senior Partner. We covered similar ground, mostly to see if we’d be a good fit. The people interviewing me were super clear with everything and gave me feedback as we went along.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Could you present a portfolio of your past projects that demonstrates your relevant experience?
- Please share a project portfolio showing the type of work you have experience with.
Foster + Partners Civil / Structural Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Foster + Partners interview reports.
“Could you derive the seismic force for a simple portal frame structure given its mass and the response spectrum?”
Read reports →“What makes you want to join Foster + Partners?”
Read reports →“Were there questions about your portfolio?”
Read reports →“Can you walk me through your portfolio?”
Read reports →“Could you present a portfolio of your past projects that demonstrates your relevant experience?”
Read report →“Can you describe a challenge you faced in your work and how you managed to overcome it?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 Foster + Partners interview reports.