TSMC Research Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 20 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at TSMC.
TSMC
Research Engineer
Mid Difficult Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Phone screen
Interview formats
Technical
Started with a phone screen. The hiring manager gave a quick overview of the job and what it entails. We then chatted about my background. They asked some really specific questions about my projects. It was a deep dive.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Could you describe your projects?
- I'd like to ask you a technical question related to heat transfer.
TSMC
R&D Engineer
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
The interview process included several assessments, such as a personality test and an English test. Although the overall interview experience was not challenging and I enjoyed it, I haven't received any further communication.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you share two of your weaknesses?
- Tell me about the most significant frustration you've experienced.
- Have you been involved in any situations requiring collaboration or involving conflict?
TSMC
R&D Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
I had about an hour of phone chatting with the team's group members. HR set up two teams for me on the same day, so the total time was around 2 hours. They called my cell, but it turns out candidates can ask for a Skype call, which is more face-to-face and helps candidates understand each other. The questions were more about understanding your background, research, and why you'd want to work at TSMC. They weren't too difficult. It felt more like a casual chat.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you tell me more about yourself and your experience?
- Could you elaborate on your past research projects?
- What motivates you to join TSMC?
TSMC Research Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from TSMC interview reports.
“What is your understanding of the semiconductor manufacturing process?”
Read reports →“Could you briefly describe the processing procedure at TSMC?”
Read reports →“What's something that frustrates you?”
Read reports →“Have you studied device physics?”
Read reports →“What is the reason for your poor college grades?”
Read report →“Can you tell us about your life on campus?”
Read report →“What's something you're proud of?”
Read report →“How would you advance your process with no resources available?”
Read report →“Can you introduce your master thesis?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 20 TSMC interview reports.