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Shell Graduate Software Engineer Interview Questions
& Process

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

Based on 64 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.7 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
68.3% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Shell.

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Graduate Engineer

Engineering · nearly a year ago

Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

I submitted my application and then had to do this assessment about managing tasks and a personality questionnaire. Right after that, I had a video interview with 3 questions. First was why Shell?, then questions about working in a diverse team and building relationships.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Can you share an instance where you cultivated a strong relationship with an individual, and detail the steps you took to achieve that?
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Graduate Engineer

Engineering · nearly a year ago

Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

The interview process has two sections. The first section focuses on psychological questions and personality assessment. The second section involves a self-recorded video where you answer three questions. These questions were average but somewhat tricky for an on-demand video format.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Could you explain your motivation for wanting to join Shell?
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Graduate Engineer

Engineering · a year ago

Entry Average Neutral experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

Shell's interview process is pretty technical and structured, usually involving behavioral and technical tests. You gotta show your problem-solving skills, know your stuff about the industry, and fit with Shell's values. If you prep well, like reviewing tech stuff, practicing problem-solving, and understanding Shell's business, it's more doable. Being good at communicating and thinking analytically is key to doing well.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Can you share an instance where you dealt with a business issue?

Shell Graduate Software Engineer Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from Shell interview reports.

Can you share an instance where your opinion differed from someone else's?

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In what ways can the knowledge gained from your degree be beneficial in your future career?

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Can you recall a time when you had to make a decision promptly?

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Tell me about a negative trait you possess that you aimed to improve, and whether you were successful in changing it.

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Can you share an example of your happiest accomplishment or achievement?

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Can you share an instance where you used discipline to reach a goal?

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What's your approach when working with someone with a different viewpoint?

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Tell me about a situation where you had to work with people, considering their religious beliefs.

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Can you provide an example of a situation where you demonstrated situational awareness?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 64 Shell interview reports.

Interview formats

Technical 40.3%
Behavioral 33.1%
Presentation 7.8%
Case 5.8%
Other 5.2%

Interview difficulty

Easy 9.4%
Average 59.4%
Difficult 31.2%

Candidate experience

Neutral 26.7%
Positive 68.3%
Negative 5%