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      Intern Interview

      May 20, 2013
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      Washington, DC
      No offer

      Application

      I applied through college or university. I interviewed at The Washington Post (Washington, DC)

      Interview

      During the on-campus intern recruiting, the interviewer select interviewees after screening resumes. The interview questions were mostly behavioral. The interviewer was nice buy highly selective.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Tell me about a time when you fail.
      Answer question
      5

      Other Intern Interview Reviews for The Washington Post

      Intern Interview

      Jun 5, 2025
      Anonymous employee
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I interviewed at The Washington Post

      Interview

      1 recruiter screening followed by 1 interview with senior engineer. Overall very quick turnaround and very good conversations. No code signal or anything. It was a conversation about past engineering experiences.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What is one project you worked on before
      Answer question

      Intern Interview

      Jan 5, 2024
      Anonymous Interview Candidate
      Washington, DC
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at The Washington Post (Washington, DC) in Nov 2023

      Interview

      Conducted by each individual desk, rather efficient. The dates posted are accurate. No unexpected questions, very standard about story ideas, goals, professional aspirations, etc. Found the people kind and receptive. Honest about work experience and return offer potential.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Please share pitches or other ideas you have.
      Answer question