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Updated Feb 7, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Public Affairs at Pfizer
Posted Sep 29, 2011
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3.0
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2010 in New York, NY (took 4 weeks)
Pfizer, like many big companies today, is being choosy and taking its time hiring candidates. (They may also be indecisive, or both.) That was my experience. The recruiter had told me they'd already spoken to a dozen candidates, and were still "figuring out what the job was" based on who they met.
Process;
Initial phone interview with hiring manager: job responsibilities, qualities they look for (fast moving, hard worker, smart, etc.), culture (same as qualities), asked about work history, describe my experience relevant to their needs.
In person interview with HR: behavioral questions, management style, work style, culture I like to work in, etc.
In person interview with business "client" -- skills relevant to their situation; past work experience. This was the only person I met who showed any of the "Pfizer arrogance" that others told me about, making several unfavorable comparisons of numerous pharma companies (including my former employer) vs. Pfizer. Definitely saw Pfizer as the model for the industry.
In person interview with hiring manager: same questions as phone interview.
Outcome:
Recruiter told me after my final interview that all "went well." Then a few days later that they're "still interested, but still interviewing." Last I heard 6 months after that, they still hadn't hired for the position.
Advice:
Expect a long process.
Know the company -- its business and culture.
Be somewhat deferential, especially if coming from another pharma company. Like it or not, Pfizer people think very highly of their position in the industry.
Be prepared to help them define the job you're interviewing for.
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I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Account Manager at Pfizer
Posted Sep 7, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2011 (took a day)
1 hour interview with the hiring manager at a Marriott hotel conference room.
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I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Ruminant Nutritionist at Pfizer
Posted Sep 1, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jun 2011 in Groton, CT (took 2 weeks)
I submitted my resume online and about 2 weeks later had an unexpected phone call from HR where they proceeded to go into a phone interview. HR rep was unable to answer my specific questions about the spin-off of Pfizer Animal Health and type of travel requested. Never received any more follow-up after that call.
If you receive an unexpected call, arrange for a phone meeting later so that you have time to prepare. The call is a screening about your skills - don't expect to be able to ask them about details around the position.
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Business Analyst at Pfizer
Posted Aug 2, 2011
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed May 2011 (took 4+ weeks)
First contact was a little confusing because my online application was not received by the team. But everyone was nice. There was a 5 member panel on the second interview (lasted 4 hours). I had an hour to prepare a presentation and present to panel. Also had the opportunity to role play.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a Group/Panel Interview and a Presentation.
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Summer Intern at Pfizer
Posted Jul 11, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Apr 2010 (took 1 week)
I applied online and received a phone call a few weeks later. The lab manager just asked me a few questions about basic lab science (seemed like she just wanted to see if I paid any attention in class) and why I was interested in the position. It seemed like she was really busy because she was slow getting back to me, and even though I did great with all of her questions she said they decided to go with a local candidate instead.
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Sales Representative at Pfizer
Posted Jul 6, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2011 (took a day)
I received a call from the Regional Office to set up an interview. The HR representative I spoke to was friendly and receptive to answering my questions about the process, etc. She set up a time for the following week for my interview. When I arrived, there was an interview in process. My interview was with the District Manager and a Specialty Sales Rep. The interview was about 45 minutes long and followed an outline the District Manager used to take notes on my answers. I was told they would make a decision within 2 days as there was a rush to fill the position. There was another candidate waiting to interview after mine. I did not hear back for about a week. I eventually got an email from the DM stating they had decided to go with another candidate.
To prepare for the interview, be ready to give examples of specific work experiences. They will ask about conflict resolution, proactive actions, difficult situations, times you overcame obstacles, and achievements.
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The interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Senior Principal Scientist at Pfizer
Posted Jun 23, 2011 — 4 of 4 people found this helpful
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2011 in Boston, MA (took a day)
Phone interviewed with the hiring manager and then with several associate scientists. Each one lasted about 30 min to 1 hr. Very pleasant experience. On site interview consisted of the entire team (>10 people). It was well planned, but long and grueling but pleasant. Everyone was nice and courteous, and knowledgeable. The work culture from what I gathered, seemed ok. People I talked to all said that the like working there. I did well and I was relaxed during the interview process.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview and a Presentation.
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Marketing Part-Time at Pfizer
Posted Jun 14, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed May 2011 in Istanbul (Turkey) (took 2 weeks)
I applied to the position online. After 3 weeks they sent me an e-mail saying that they were expecting me to take a psychotechnical test and an English proficiency test. I went through the tests; after a couple of days, they called me in for an HR interview. I did not have any past internship experiences, let alone any part-time experience. So, the interviewer really pushed me to see if there was any chance that I would qualify for the position. Also, she frequently interrupted me and asked for detail/criticised to see if I would feel nervous.
2 days later, they called me for the Marketing department interview. There were 3 interviewers, no unexpected questions. They asked me why I was interested in marketing, if I was knowledgeable enough about the pharmaceutical sector. Finally, they asked me an estimation question.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test and a Personality Test.
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Manager at Pfizer
Posted May 22, 2011 — 1 of 1 people found this helpful
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2009 in New York, NY (took 2 months)
The process depends on the department you work for. Some interviews are very casual. Other groups will try to simulate the environment you will work in. Some interviews are in front of panels. Make sure you talk to the hiring manager in advance so you know what format you will interview in.
Negotiation Details
Very difficult. I found HR to be condescending. Ultimately I got what I wanted, but it is not easy.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Pharmacy Sales at Pfizer
Posted May 9, 2011
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2009 (took a day)
Interview was long and consisted of college experience. He asked a question and than asked me not to answer it. I did. Blew the interview.
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