
M-I SWACO Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 27 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at M-I SWACO.
Engineer
It was a long process with 2 exams and 3 interviews. It was a very intensive and stressful procedure for everyone involved, and at some point, you might lose hope and confidence, but it's important to trust the process and the predefined timing for each step.
- What are your career aspirations for the next five years?
Field Engineer
So basically, it was a standard interview process, using STAR questions. They asked if I was cool with the working conditions and could flex my schedule. We also chatted about my background and past experiences that fit what they're looking for.
- Tell me about a time you faced a lot of pressure at work and how you dealt with it.
- How do you feel about the working conditions?
- Are you able to change your schedule when required?
Técnico
Eu achei o processo seletivo muito bom, fui entrevistado pelo gerente da minha área. Meu processo seletivo não teve aquelas várias etapas que muitas das vezes ocorrem em empresas grandes, que a maioria das vezes são muito desgastantes e não servem para nada. Eu digo isso porque muitas dessas entrevistas o entrevistador, na maioria das vezes, não entende nada da área do qual o candidato está sendo avaliado, fazendo perguntas que não têm nada a ver. Eu prefiro ser entrevistado por um entrevistador que entenda da área a qual estou sendo avaliado. Nesse caso, as perguntas são mais direcionadas e o candidato pode assim explanar melhor o seu conhecimento na área em que está se candidatando.
- Could you discuss your professional experience in the area you're applying for, and what your expectations would be from the company if selected?
- Have you worked under pressure before, given that this job opportunity might involve some pressure?
- Are you available to work shifts and in other states if necessary?
Sales
We had an online meeting and then an in-person meeting. You were asked to explain your background and strengths, and how you can bring value to the sales organization. There were also questions about challenges faced in previous jobs and mistakes made, and how you corrected yourself.
- Can you tell me about yourself and your career achievements?
- Can you share your background and highlight your strengths?
- How do you see yourself contributing value to our sales team?
M-I SWACO Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from M-I SWACO interview reports.
“If you mix potassium chromate with brine and then add silver nitrate, what would happen?”
Read reports →“Explain the working principles of vane pumps.”
Read reports →“Explain the working principles of Centrifugal pumps.”
Read reports →“Are you able to move a lot of 50 lb sacks without issue?”
Read reports →“What are your thoughts on unions?”
Read report →“Can you tell me what you know about mud engineering?”
Read report →“What actions would you take if you found yourself alone on a rig?”
Read report →“Given your mechanical background, what is your understanding of oil field service companies?”
Read report →“If an offer is extended, what would be your start date?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 27 M-I SWACO interview reports.