CSX Interview Questions & Reviews
Overview |
| |
Salaries |
| |
Reviews |
| |
Interviews |
| |
Photos |
| |
Jobs |
| |
|
Updated Jan 30, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
|
Difficulty Rating [?] Based on 31 ratings 
“Average” Interview
|
Interview Experience [?] Based on 31 ratings
|
See who your friends know who've worked at CSX and could give you an inside look.
See who your friends know who've worked at CSX and could help you prep for an interview.
| 1–10 of 31 CSX Interviews | Sort by |
Information Technology Leadership Program at CSX
Posted Jan 30, 2012
|
1.0
Very Easy Interview
|
Overall Positive Experience
|
Received and Declined Offer
|
Interviewed Dec 2011 in Jacksonville, FL (took 3 days)
Process started with an on-campus interview where I was interviewed by two people and mostly asked questions about experience on my resume. That led to an on-site interview, which began with dinner the night before with employees from the company. The interview the next day included presentation of a case study that had been emailed about a week earlier. Presentation went smoothly, basic questions about content of my slides were asked. After the case study, two one on one interviews followed where I was asked fairly basic questions about my experiences, both from the technical and behavioral side. Process concluded with lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Interview Questions
Reason for Declining
Salary wasn't what I was looking for.
Other Details
I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview and a Presentation.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Trainmaster Trainee at CSX
Posted Dec 17, 2011
|
3.0
Average Interview
|
Overall Negative Experience
|
Interviewed and No Offer
|
Interviewed Oct 2011 (took 3 months)
I applied for the job online. I was emailed directions to take a couple of online test. I was contacted a month later to set up an phone interview for the following week. During the phone interview a lot of detailed information about the position was given to me. In addition the HR rep typed everything I said on her computer when I spoke. I was told that a decision would be made in a month on who they wanted to come to HQ in Jacksonville, FL for interviews. I recieved an email a 3 weeks later stating that I did not get the position.
I guess I need to have family in the company in order to get the job. I was told by a union employee who made 2 times what this position makes with little expierence and education that trainmaster get worked like a dog 60+ hours a week, not including on call. Also, they want you to find employee not doing tasks safely by "stealth tactics".( no lie)
Interview Questions
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test and a Personality Test.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Finance Management Trainee at CSX
Posted Dec 5, 2011
|
3.0
Average Interview
|
Overall Positive Experience
|
Received and Declined Offer
|
Interviewed Oct 2011 in Jacksonville, FL (took 2 days)
I had a great experience throughout the interviewing process. On campus interviews for the first round and at headquarters for the final round. Between interviews, I had to take many different on-line assessments, ranging from personality tests to finance aptitude tests. At the final interview, I had to present a case to high level management and also had two one on one interviews.
Everyone at CSX seems to enjoy their job and the people there were a pleasure to meet.
Interview Questions
Reason for Declining
I received a job offer from another company that met my career aspirations.
Other Details
I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Presentation, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test and a Personality Test.
More CSX Finance Management Trainee Interviews
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Technology Management Trainee Program at CSX
Posted Nov 17, 2011
|
4.0
Difficult Interview
|
Overall Positive Experience
|
Received and Accepted Offer
|
Interviewed Nov 2011 in Jacksonville, FL (took 4 weeks)
Met with recruiters at an Info Session on Campus. Was told to apply to my school's career services posting for the position as well as their own company career site posting. Invited to an on-campus 2 person panel interview. Invited to 2nd round of interiviews at the corporate headquarters in Jacksonville, FL. Arrived on a Tuesday evening. Was taken to dinner with other applicants and 5 senior members of the IT department.. Wednesday morning consisted of a 1:1 interview, a 3 person panel interview where I presented my findings for a case study, and a 2 person panel interview. Both the 1:1 and 2 person panel interview consisted of "tell me about a time when..." type questions. Interviews were followed by a lunch with a smaller group of candidates and different senior level employees.
Interview Questions
Other Details
I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Presentation, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Java Developer at CSX
Posted Aug 25, 2011
|
3.0
Average Interview
|
Overall Positive Experience
|
Received and Accepted Offer
|
Interviewed Jun 2011 in Jacksonville, FL (took 3 days)
I was taken as an intern and then after 6 months I have been offered a full time position.
Interview Questions
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Human Resources at CSX
Posted Jul 23, 2011
|
3.0
Average Interview
|
Overall Negative Experience
|
Received and Accepted Offer
|
Interviewed Mar 2009 (took 2 weeks)
confusing - different answers from different people - didn't know what each other were doing
interviewed with potential co-worker who had a completely different perception of he job than manager
hiring managers were not forthright about available positions
should have taken these and other red flags more seriously and refused the offer
Interview Questions
Other Details
I Applied Online.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Supervisor Communications and Signal at CSX
Posted Jun 22, 2011
|
3.0
Average Interview
|
Overall Neutral Experience
|
Interviewed and No Offer
|
Interviewed Mar 2011 in Jacksonville, FL (took 2 days)
The company flew me down to Jacksonville.
It Started at noon and lasted until 5pm. It was a round robin format that was interviews by your department and others. One portion was scenario. Situational questions and scenario. Tell of a time when? Very rigid corporate enviroment. Your soul belong to the company. Company first, everything else second. Alot of on call and time away from family.
Interview Questions
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Specialist at CSX
Posted May 18, 2011
|
3.0
Average Interview
|
Overall Neutral Experience
|
Interviewed and No Offer
|
Interviewed Apr 2011 (took 6+ weeks)
Took two assessments online and have not heard anything since
Interview Questions
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Skills Test and a Personality Test.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Freight Conductor at CSX
Posted Apr 21, 2011
|
1.0
Very Easy Interview
|
Overall Positive Experience
|
Received and Declined Offer
|
Interviewed Mar 2011 (took a day)
I received an interview email after I had applied online. I did my research on the company, industry and position. The group presentation began by signing in (that was to set the 1:1 interview time - someone showed an hour early). A person that showed 2 min late was turned away so be sure to show early! The presentation was very professional and the recruiter defined the position and the dedication required to the position (on call 24/7) as well as benefits. The interview was very easy - describe a difficult time you needed to motivate employees, can you work in all weather conditions, lift 83 lbs., how far from the freight yard do you live, any traffic convictions, etc... All you need is a clean record, somewhat physically fit and a can do attitude.
Interview Questions
Reason for Declining
The biggest flag was the Recruiter "A" (at the presentation/interview) could not tell us what the hourly rate was for the Baltimore location because he "was from a different location under different union rules and pay." When I was offered the position (by phone by a different recruiter a week after the interview) this Recruiter "B" could not tell me what I was being paid hourly, but stated the first year salary averaged "$43,000." I expressed my concern and Recruiter "B" told me that he and the Recruiter "A" were not from the location I was being offered the position and did not know what the pay rate was (please note that this is a union position so there is no "negotiating pay") and that the Recruiter (Recruiter "C") that could speak for my region was only next door at my interview/presentation day (leaving me to think, "why didn't Recruiter "A" walk next door and ask?"). I pushed to get in contact with Recruiter "C" to find the answer to my question. I was given an email address (I have yet to receive a response to my email). Even in my "Conditional Offer," there is no statement of hourly pay, only a vague reference to the "average pay." I later sent a letter to Recruiter "B" informing him that I was no longer going to seek employment with CSX. Over a week later I received a phone call from Recruiter "D" wanting to reschedule my physical since I had canceled it. He was not aware of my email to Recruiter "B." I was extremely fortunate to find another position quickly. I I followed my gut. If this is any indication on how inept the Recruiting Department acts, what is the rest of the company like?
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Presentation, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test and a Background Check.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
Finance at CSX
Posted Mar 30, 2011
|
3.0
Average Interview
|
Overall Positive Experience
|
Interviewed and No Offer
|
Interviewed Mar 2011 in Jacksonville, FL (took 2 months)
I received an email from CSX' HR Manager asking if I'm interested in a position in their company. Of course I did and scheduled a call for an interview. As in any typical 1st interviews, my experience, skills, location preference etc were discussed. The interview went well and was informed that I will be scheduled for a phone interview with the hiring manager. Prior to the call I was asked to complete a more detailed questionnaire about projects I have completed in my previous employment. It turns out the resume and the questionnaire were the focus of the interview by the hiring manager and the HR manager (it was a group phone interview). After the call I did not hear from them until 2 weeks later. This time informing me of a on site interview in Jacksonville. But I had a to complete several other tests taken online prior to being scheduled. Also a case was given a week before the visit where will have to present my findings to a panel.
My experience with the interviewing team was very positive. They were all professional, friendly and accomodating. Overall I enjoyed the interview process. I believe it is very thorough and well planned.
Interview Questions
Other Details
I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Presentation, an IQ/Intelligence Test and a Skills Test.
Helpful Interview?
Yes |
No
Inappropriate?
RSS Feed for CSX
Interviews
Embed
