Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium Interview Questions
& Process
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Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Education Specialist
Senior Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral Behavioral
It was a pretty straightforward interview process, not too difficult. There were three interviews in total. The first was to see if I was interested in the role. Then I had a one-on-one with my direct manager. Finally, there was a panel interview with eight people from the Conservation Education Department, including the VP of Education, three Education Managers, and four other Senior Education Specialists.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you handled it.
- Describe a situation where you had a disagreement with a colleague.
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Laborer
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
Met with a couple managers for about 30 minutes each to talk about the job. It was pretty chill. They called me back a few days later with an offer.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you tell me about your years of experience?
- Are you familiar with stripping and waxing floors?
- Have you operated heavy machinery before?
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Zoo Attendant
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
Went to a job fair in late January and then got a call back about a month later for the position. The interview was at the zoo, but I had trouble finding the building. First, I filled out a paper application and then we waited to be interviewed. After the hiring process, there was an orientation day focusing on people skills, which was important since we'd be working with kids and their parents.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- If you could be an animal, which one would you choose?
- Are there any animals that you would not want to work with?
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Intern
Intern Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
I submitted my resume, cover letter, and transcript to the department. A few weeks later, I met with a staff member who I would be working with. They gave me a virtual tour and explained the expectations for the role. Later that week, I was sent the typical background check and other required documentation for the position.
Confirmed questions1 question
- If you were to get an offer, what animal would you be most interested in?
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium Interview Questions
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“If you could be an animal, which one would you choose?”
Read reports →“Are you familiar with stripping and waxing floors?”
Read reports →“If you were to get an offer, what animal would you be most interested in?”
Read reports →“Are there any animals that you would not want to work with?”
Read reports →“What's a personal goal you have?”
Read report →“Have you operated heavy machinery before?”
Read report →“Describe a situation where you had a disagreement with a colleague.”
Read report →“Are you a creative thinker and can you think on your feet?”
Read report →“Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you handled it.”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
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