Ipsos Research Associate Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 26 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Ipsos.
Ipsos
Research Associate
Senior Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Presentation Background check
Interview formats
Case Presentation
The interview was friendly and I progressed on to the next stage which involved a case study presentation. I still have not heard back from the customer experience team, which is unprofessional, as after 6 weeks I wrote to them and still waiting a total of two months.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you present a case study of good and bad customer experience?
Ipsos
Research Associate
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
The whole process had two steps. First, an HR person screens candidates and passes along those who seem like a good fit to the department VP. The initial interview is super general, basically checking if you're a decent, dependable, and smart person to have around. It's all about making a good impression on the HR person, who is looking for typical things like professionalism and attitude. The second interview is where things get specific to the actual job. Here, the VP is checking if they get a good feeling from you, if you click, and if you'd fit well with the existing team.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- The HR interview consists of all typical questions, nothing out of the ordinary.
- The VP interview questions are entirely up to the hiring VP's discretion.
- Focus more on presenting yourself well and accurately rather than specific questions.
Ipsos
Research Associate
Entry Easy Neutral experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I was contacted by an internal recruiter shortly after applying. We had a phone conversation that served as a screening interview. After a few weeks of no contact, the recruiter called to set up an interview with the team. This was very informal and seemed to go well; I met four people who were all very friendly and put me at ease. Then, there was almost a month of silence before the recruiter reached out again to schedule an interview with a VP. This was also quite informal. I was told a decision would be made within a week, but then there was radio silence again. After another month, I asked the recruiter about the status, and was told they really liked me but hadn't decided yet and were still interviewing other candidates, this was four months after my initial contact.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell us about your background and how it aligns with the requirements of this role?
Ipsos Research Associate Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Ipsos interview reports.
“What's your favorite commercial on TV right now, or one that stands out in your memory?”
Read reports →“Would you put the imagery test before or after the equity model?”
Read reports →“Tell me about your favorite commercial.”
Read reports →“What would you do if two team members asked you to complete a task, but you could only finish one on time?”
Read reports →“What areas of research do you find most engaging?”
Read report →“What were your activities during school?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about your favorite ad campaign?”
Read report →“Can you present a case study of good and bad customer experience?”
Read report →“What makes you interested in research?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 26 Ipsos interview reports.