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LyondellBasell Materials / Chemical Engineer Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 16 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

1.7 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
75% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at LyondellBasell.

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Chemical Engineer

Engineering · more than a year ago

Mid Difficult Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral

I submitted my application online. Following that, I had two phone calls, one with HR and another with the hiring manager. The final stage was a full-day onsite interview. I just wish it could have been a bit quicker.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • Can you describe a situation where you took a risk in your professional life?
  • Tell me about an instance where you needed to acquire a new skill.
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Chemical Engineer

Engineering · more than a year ago

Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral

The interview included typical STAR questions, like asking about challenges you've faced. They didn't get too deep into technical topics, but you should definitely have a story ready for each part of your resume. They also asked about your preferred work areas and locations.

Confirmed questions3 questions
  • Can you share an instance where you applied critical thinking to resolve an issue?
  • Describe a situation where you had to overcome challenges or obstacles.
  • What are your preferred fields and locations?
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Chemical Engineer

Engineering

Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Background check Presentation Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation

After your internship, your manager and HR will complete recommendation forms about whether you should continue with the company, move to a different group, switch functions, or leave. A significant factor in this decision is your final presentation. Afterwards, your manager will conduct an exit interview. If you are not staying for the summer after and are considering a full-time role, you will most likely need to re-interview.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • If you had the option to select a different functional group within the company, which one would you choose?

LyondellBasell Materials / Chemical Engineer Interview Questions

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Could you sketch the robot model you discussed and describe it as if you were explaining it to the mechanic who will build it?

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Can you share about a class you took last semester and explain how the knowledge gained has been beneficial in your subsequent courses?

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If you had the option to select a different functional group within the company, which one would you choose?

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Tell me about a time you received criticism and what you did about it.

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Can you share an instance where you applied critical thinking to resolve an issue?

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Tell me about a situation where you had a disagreement with someone and how you handled it.

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Can you give an example of a time you made a process more efficient?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 16 LyondellBasell interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 61.5%
Technical 26.9%
Presentation 7.7%
Group 3.8%

Interview difficulty

Easy 25%
Average 62.5%
Difficult 12.5%

Candidate experience

Positive 75%
Negative 18.8%
Neutral 6.2%