
Vale Engineering Intern Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 19 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Vale.
Engineering Intern
The first part of the selection process was a group dynamic. In the first part, evaluators gave us paper and colored pens to make a name tag. Then we had to go to the front of the room to introduce ourselves and talk about what we put on our 'name tag' and why. In the second part, candidates were divided into groups of 5 people. The challenge was to come up with ideas for a commercial building with 10x10m for 10 workers, including accessibility. IMPORTANT: The ideas for the building don't matter much in this case; what the recruiters really want to evaluate is how you behave when you have to work in a group. It doesn't matter how good your idea was, they will always point out flaws to see how you react to negative feedback. The second part was an interview with the company manager.
- Why are you interested in an internship at Vale?
- What makes you a suitable candidate for this position?
- Do you have any prior experience or knowledge in the mining sector?
Engineering Intern
In the interview phase, the recruiter wants to get to know the candidates through a good conversation. The questions are prepared to understand what the professional does best and how they like to work. The process includes profile definition, development, and divulgation, followed by screening or selection, candidate contact, individual interviews, and finally, salary negotiation and hiring.
- Tell me about yourself.
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- What are your short-term and long-term goals?
Engineering Intern
The whole process consists of Online Tests, 2 Panel Interviews and 1:1 Interview. Usually the Panels are made of presentation and 2 cases in groups. The cases are simple and you should not be very tough, they like friendly people who get along with everybody. The final interview is with a manager and the questions are simple, about your life, dreams, future, etc.
- What motivates your interest in working here?
- What makes you a suitable candidate for this position?
Vale Engineering Intern Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Vale interview reports.
“What does 'wearing the company's shirt' mean to you?”
Read reports →“Why did you choose Vale?”
Read reports →“How would you react if there was a fire?”
Read reports →“What are your thoughts on doing the same thing routinely every day?”
Read reports →“Which value did I most identify with?”
Read report →“Which value do you identify with the most?”
Read report →“What personal experience has impacted you the most in your life?”
Read report →“Could you share your life story and pinpoint key moments that were significant to you?”
Read report →“Why are you interested in an internship at Vale?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 19 Vale interview reports.