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Intern at NBCUniversal
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Burbank, CA Jan 2010 – Reviewed Apr 15, 2011
Interview Details – Following an initial phone discussion with Campus Relations HR, I had a phone interview with my prospective internship supervisor. I was immediately asked to come in for an in-person interview on the Burbank lot. Questions revolved around my personal interests, aspirations, and learning about the position. The background check is rather exhaustive.
Interview Question – What do you consider the worst TV show? Answer Question
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Scheduling Coordinator at NBCUniversal
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY Mar 2011 – Reviewed Apr 12, 2011
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Applied through back channels to unlisted job, and was emailed a day later to set up a phone interview. The position was explained to me in great detail with responsibilities and terms described. I was then asked the basic "what would you do in this situation" questions. A week later, I was brought in to meet with my potential coworker and manager of the department. I was emailed and told I was the last of 2 candidates. I was then called a week after that to meet with the director of the department .
NBC inside 30 Rock is a very lively place. The people are very friendly. Everyone seems happy to be there, considering how competitive it is to break in. The office building is old, but constantly updated to keep with the times. Emmys and promo posters are displayed on many floors.
Interview Questions
- How would you rank your organizational skills? View Answer
- How familiar are you with excel? View Answer
Negotiation Details – I was always taught that entry-level does not get the right to negotiate salary.
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Intern at NBCUniversal
Declined Offer – Interviewed in Los Angeles, CA Jul 2010 – Reviewed Mar 10, 2011
Interview Details – Talking with directer... He was nice. Everyone was friendly, just the days wouldnot match my schedule.
Interview Questions
- Tell me a little bit about yourself Answer Question
- How much is your desired salary? Answer Question
Reason for Declining – The schedule did not match my class time,.
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Human Resources at NBCUniversal
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Universal City, CA Sep 2010 – Reviewed Feb 23, 2011
Interview Details – First, phone interview with recruiter. Then scheduled 2 one-on-one interviews with others in the team. Came back another day to interview with the manager. Whole process took about 2 weeks.
Interview Questions
- Why HR? Answer Question
- Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Answer Question
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Financial Analyst at NBCUniversal
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY Feb 2010 – Reviewed Oct 10, 2010
Interview Details – The first is phone interview from HR, all basic questions. After one month, it's on-site 1 on 1 internview. There were 3 people interviewed me. Ask about the experience at my resume. Why you want to choose this company? What's the biggest chalange you met?
Interview Questions
- Talk a little bit about yourself Answer Question
- Why you want to be here? Answer Question
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Storage Engineer at NBCUniversal
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Englewood Cliffs, NJ Dec 2009 – Reviewed Sep 6, 2010
Interview Details – 2 one on one interview , one with manager , one technical with Senior Engineer , one phone interview with VP.
Interview Questions
- There were some technical job related questions asked. View Answer
- What qualities does the employee seek in thier managers? View Answer
Negotiation Details – yes, definitely negotiate.
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Accounting Clerk at NBCUniversal
Declined Offer – Interviewed in Burbank, CA Oct 2008 – Reviewed Jul 9, 2010
Interview Details – I applied online for a position and was contacted via phone by an individual in HR/Recruiting and not somebody within the department I applied for. I had to complete an additional survey and an interview was scheduled for a few days later. I interviewed only with the person that would be the manager of this position.
Interview Question – What are your salary expectations? Answer Question
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Intern at NBCUniversal
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY Jul 2009 – Reviewed Jun 9, 2010
Interview Details – Great interview on the phone
Interview Question – Are you able to communicate clearly_ Answer Question
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Human Resources Internship at NBCUniversal
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY Mar 2009 – Reviewed Apr 13, 2010
Interview Details – After applying you speak to a generic campus relations maanger who weeds out the good and bad talent. Then she directs you to a person you'd be supporting for a 2nd interview. From there resumes are checked and background screens done. They want candidates to know what type of position they are looking for upfront; it shows confidence.
Interview Question – Why NBCU as opposed to CBS, ABC, Fox, ETC. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – Negotations were minimal since the internships are for academic credit.
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Intern at NBCUniversal
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Los Angeles, CA May 2009 – Reviewed Apr 6, 2010
Interview Details – Because it is a large company, the interview process for an internship may take a while. I sent in my resume and cover letter at least 2 months before I got a response. You are then interviewed by an individual from the Human Resources department. If they like you, the HR department passes on your resume to whatever department needs you may be interested in and happens to need an intern. From there, you interview with the supervisor in the specific department and wait for them to contact you.
Interview Questions
- Why do you want to work in Entertainment? Answer Question
- Tell me about an experience where ______ (depends on what kind of internship opportunity you applied for) Answer Question
Negotiation Details – N/A - all internships at NBC Universal are unpaid
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