Internet Brands Interview Questions & Reviews in El Segundo, CA

Interview Details – This place is a joke. After Jr. recruiter contacted me I got into a long back and forth with a recruiter which resulted in me doing an analysis on their crappy web properties. I did a 10 page deck which I usually charge $$$ for which they then deemed me worthy to interview. After waiting around for hours for random people to come in an interview me, they deemed me not "webby " enough. For a company that relies on ad revenue on crappy web properties that was RICH. I currently have an online marketing job at a real company with real sources of revenue.

Interview Details – It takes more than two weeks to get through the interview process with this company. First, a junior-level HR recruiter hits you up with some fairly basic questions via phone. Within a few days another HR recruiter sets up another phone interview, but the depth of the interviewing does not escalate much. Within a week or so, upon advancing, in-person interviews are scheduled for on-site. If you're seasoned and know what you're doing, these are pretty basic interviews as well, seeming to be focused on personality review more than skill set.

Reason for Declining – Like others who have discussed this company, salary and benefits negotiations are not on the table, and much of the interviewing process works to ensure that a candidate is within the target range. If you're not, don't expect much camaraderie.

Interview Details – I was contacted two days after applying to their website and had a quick phone interview. After that, I was brought in for an onsite interview and met with the HR rep and separately met with two hiring managers. They all asked fairly similar questions such as where I saw myself in five years, etc. They also asked a few of those "can you think outside of the box" questions with no real answer. The follow up from the company was nonexistent and I had to keep following up but didn't really get a clear answer. I found out about 6 months later that they finally filled the position.

Interview Details – Started with a phone interveiw. Was then scheduled for a face to face interview. I came in and had a face to face interview with a group of 3 people, followed by 1 on 1 interviews with five different people. Wow! I interviewed with managers in various departments including HR.

Interview Details – I applied through an online job board. HR called me for a quick phone screening, where I was asked to complete a skills test (basic excel). I then had an in-person interview with two potential managers. Everyone I spoke with was kind (seemed like they do this all the time). Lastly, I went through a background check and was given an offer.

Negotiation Details – Little negotiation took place. I asked for more money, but they said no.

Interview Details – Serialized, very controlled interview process beginning with low level employees all the way up to high. They seemed very careful to avoid exposure to actual employees -- quite a contrast with other places I've interviewed with, where they really want everyone to get to know you who you might be working with.

It's obvious that some of the employees have a nervous, beaten-down air to them. Like they're being underpaid or overworked or something.

They also are extremely vague about what you'll be doing and who you'll be working with and what the work process is like. It's almost as if they want you to agree to the job and then they'll reveal all the ugly details hoping that in the euphoria of landing the job, you'll just take it all in stride.

Reason for Declining – Everything was backwards and wrong about the whole interview process. Too much deception and smoke and mirrors. Average or job-hungry candidates might not notice, but I did.

Interview Details – Applied online and received a call from a recruiter within days. Originally applied for a different position within the company, but looks like they need to fill this need much faster. Phone interview started out as a standard "tell me about yourself" interview. Later it turned to more of a informational call about the position. The only odd thing is that the recruiter and HR person will both send you email requests. You have to answer both of them separately. Most other companies this is the same person gathering all info and setting up interviews. Moving on...

Scheduled a 1:1 interview with the manager of the team and the recruiter later that week. Went in and met with the recruiter who took some time to prep me for the manager. From the looks of the office it is a very laid back culture, people dressed casually. Nice view from interview room. Manager was a nice guy and shot straight from the hip. More of a discussion than an interview which was good. After the interview the recruiter informed me that they wanted to push me onto the final interview with the sales director, but I had to pass a skills test first. Skills test was emailed to me and basic responses to customer questions/problems. Total of 4 scenarios and really they just want to see how you handle yourself (and SELL) with customers. Just make sure you spell and grammar check it before you email it back. Test passed and interview with the sales director setup the following week.

Interview with the sales director was part interview, part discussion. The director is a very knowledgeable person so prep well by doing your research on the company and competitors. No difficult questions that stuck out. Ask questions as he also shoots straight from the hip and is a great source of information/direction.

Overall it was a good experience.

Reason for Declining – Pay was far too low.

Interview Details – It all starts with a phone interview, followed by an online test that will measure your QA skills. Once you pass this test, they'll give you a case study exam with three cases. After passing this one, they'll ask you for a personal interview with a person from HR and the head of the department. If a positive decision is made, they will check your references and your background, then they'll make an offer.

Interview Details – The interview consisted of 2 hours. Questions included who are you, why do you want this position, what experience do you currently have. I was also questioned analytical questions such as how would you forecast the total available ad slots for the next year to Ford.

Reason for Declining – Very low offer.