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Updated May 5, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Human Resources at University of Southern California
Posted May 6, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2010 in Los Angeles, CA (took 2 weeks)
Interviewed with 2 managers, then the HR Director. I was then asked to come back the following week to interview with the rest of the office staff, including the payroll manager, which was odd. The interview wasn't very deep or probing, but rather shallow and easy. Of a staff over over 15, all were women. There was a very odd feeling on the panel interview. I could tell that there was not any synergy or teamwork within the group.
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Negotiation Details
Horrible. I was told during the screening process that the salary range was open, depending on experience. When I was offered the position, I was told that the position was budgeted for 20,000 less that was I was currently making, so "what's the least you'll take?" I was forced to come down to 5K less than what I was making, then I was told they might not even approve of it, so if it wasn't, I wouldn't get the job. The worst process I have ever experienced.
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Skills Test and a Background Check.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate at University of Southern California
Posted May 1, 2012
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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 2010 in Los Angeles, CA (took a day)
It was a normal interview. The first one was a Skype interview followed by a physical interview and a presentations. The people are nice and it went well.
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Postdoc is not a money making industry, so you will not gain so much by negotiation. However, for time being I am making enough money to move to next steps.
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview and a Presentation.
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PhD Candidate at University of Southern California
Posted Apr 30, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2010 in Los Angeles, CA (took a day)
I was asked about my research on my resume in details. Then we've talked about my college experience and my social activities. Later on, I was asked about what other school I applied; How and why I was interested in USC.
When I was asked what question do I have for school, I asked about scholarship, housing and department's support.
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Student Worker at University of Southern California
Posted Mar 23, 2012
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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 Aug 2011 (took a day)
I submitted my resume. Was called for an interview the next day.
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Software Developer at University of Southern California
Posted Mar 16, 2012
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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 Apr 2011 in Los Angeles, CA (took a day)
The process is fine, and I need more time to prepare for the interview
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a Background Check.
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Project Specialist at University of Southern California
Posted Jan 13, 2012
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Apr 2011 in Los Angeles, CA (took a day)
Very informal, found out about position through a referral from another USC employee. Was hired based on my educational background, personality, and a good fit for the position/USC. I met with my future boss, discussed their research/goals and explained my background. Was hired on the spot!
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Negotiation Details
Yes, was able to negotiate, based on my previous experience and educational background. Was offered more than what I originally asked for, so I was very happy.
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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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Program Manager at University of Southern California
Posted Nov 9, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2009 (took a day)
good work enviorment
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Statistician at University of Southern California
Posted Nov 7, 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 Jul 2009 in Los Angeles, CA (took 2 days)
First round as a group interview with the project director and 2 professors, second round interview with the PI of the project. A little bit professional skills were tested, more questions about behavioral characteristics were asked.
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I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview and a Background Check.
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Engineering at University of Southern California
Posted Oct 25, 2011
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 in Los Angeles, CA (took 4+ weeks)
After I submitted my resume through the company online, I was contacted to have an phone interview. Then, processed to have on-site interview and got offer
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I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a Group/Panel Interview and a Presentation.
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Research Volunteer at University of Southern California
Posted Oct 4, 2011
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5.0
Very Difficult Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed May 2011 in Los Angeles, CA (took 2 days)
Met a professor whose classes I had attended earlier, and asked to provide an opportunity for working as a student researcher. He obliged, based on my past credentials. My past background in mechanical engineering and my overall high scores in the courses attended at USC, especially those taught by the professor, provided him with the assurance he required to hire me.
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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