Shell Interview Questions
& Process
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Shell
Chemical Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
So, this interview had a few parts, starting with a basic screening and then some more interviews with the managers. They wanted to know about my background, what I'm good at, and how I'd deal with different stuff at work. It felt pretty serious because they have big expectations for people starting there. It would have been nice if they'd communicated a bit better, like giving more details about the job and what kind of training you'd get, so you could prep more.
Confirmed questions1 question
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Shell
Commercial Advisor
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
We started with a phone interview, and then there were two more rounds, some virtual and some in person. The interviews included behavioral questions and questions about my experience related to the job description, and some scenarios. The first round was with HR and the manager, and the second round was with stakeholders/management, focusing on my experience.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share your experience and knowledge regarding Dodd Frank?
Shell
Product Manager
Mid Easy Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process started with a phone interview, followed by a team interview with the Manager and the current staff member. The recruiter mentioned that candidates who don't make it to the next stage are not contacted, meaning they 'ghost' you. After the second interview, I didn't hear back, even after emailing the Head of Digital Manager twice. This lack of communication was disappointing for such a large organization like Shell.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How can you contribute to the team?
Shell
Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had an online interview where they asked me a mix of questions. Some were about what qualities I possess that would be beneficial to a company like Shell, others were about my interests related to XXX, and a key question was about my perspective on the future of the oil and gas industry over the next 5 years.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- In what ways do you believe your attributes align with what a company like Shell values?
- Could you elaborate on your interests concerning XXX?
- What are your predictions for the oil and gas industry's trajectory in the next five years?
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