Smurfit Kappa Graduate Program Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Smurfit Kappa.
Smurfit Kappa
Graduate Trainee
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite Presentation Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
The hiring process took three months. It involved several rounds, and unfortunately, I was rejected after the final one. They flew us out to California for this last stage, where we interviewed alongside other candidates. It felt strange to tour the company building/factory with all the graduates if they weren't planning to hire them. That seems like something that should happen after hiring someone.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What made you decide on this particular training program?
- What motivated your interest in this company?
Smurfit Kappa
Graduate Trainee
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Group Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Group
I received an email for a virtual interview, which had around 5-6 questions about my experience and what I'd contribute. After that, there was a day with multiple interviews with senior management and a group activity. It wasn't too difficult. I got a call back later that week with an offer.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you tell me about your strengths and weaknesses?
- What makes you want to work for Smurfit Kappa?
Smurfit Kappa
Graduate Trainee
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Group Presentation Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Group Presentation
The 3rd round interview was a competitive one, with only 7 out of 12 candidates securing jobs. It included a standard behavioral interview, a group business case exercise, and a quick one-minute response to a panel of important people.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about three of your weaknesses?
Smurfit Kappa Graduate Program Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Smurfit Kappa interview reports.
“What made you decide on this particular training program?”
Read reports →“What's your approach when a client decides to change something without prior consultation?”
Read reports →“What motivated your interest in this company?”
Read reports →“Were you previously in a managerial role?”
Read reports →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 5 Smurfit Kappa interview reports.