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Software Developer at Washington State University
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Pullman, WA Jan 2009 – Reviewed Jun 3, 2013
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Multiple interviewers.
First a basic check from a friend of the interviewer to determine if I understood some basic concepts of programming. Then to see if I could propose potential solutions to a primary task related to the job.
Second was with the people doing the hiring. These people knew what they wanted, but they didn't have any programming background, so questions were very open ended, and they asked that I teach them a basic concept of programming. From there hiring was quickly done.
Interview Question – The only difficult question was one related to the field. How do you match up strings that overlap? The answer I provided didn't really answer the question, but was designed to see if I could understand a potential solution. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – There was no negotiation. They told me how much I would get paid, and I could either accept it or decline it.
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Student Worker at Washington State University
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Pullman, WA Sep 2012 – Reviewed Apr 2, 2013
Interview Details – The people in the Office are very helpful and understanding. They will help you in any way they can. I was asked if I could work with websites and help with technology needs.
Interview Question – If I can create the tabs needed in the websites. Answer Question
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Postdoctoral Research Associate at Washington State University
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Pullman, WA Feb 2009 – Reviewed Mar 20, 2013
Interview Details – Applied online. First was interviewed by phone by the hiring professor. Then followed the call from the department chair. After this was invited for a site visit. The site visit was 2 days. The first day included touring of the facilities, presentation and meeting people (10 overall). The offer was made next day during wrap up conversation and I accepted it.
Interview Question – how do feel living in a small town community? Answer Question
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Software Developer at Washington State University
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Pullman, WA Aug 2011 – Reviewed Oct 19, 2012
Interview Details – My interview was laid-back and non-threatening, but did include very technical questions. The people involved included my new manager, a soon-to-be colleague, and other members of the tech team. Each of them were fully prepared with relevant questions, geared both toward my working knowledge of software development and my views on employment in the field.
Interview Question – I was given a somewhat mathematical software "problem" to solve. I do not remember the exact details, but it involved a good amount of interpretation as to what the best approach would be to find a solution that both produced accurate results and accomplished the (somewhat vague) objectives. While proving to be difficult, this problem was an excellent example of problems actually found on the job, and sparked a good deal of discussion between myself and the people interviewing me. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – There was very little negotiation, because it is a state organization, so has rigid rules involving pay and benefits.
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Event Manager at Washington State University
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Pullman, WA Jan 2009 – Reviewed Sep 11, 2012
Interview Details – Pretty easy. Apply through WSU jobs website. If you make the screening section, you will get an interview. They are more worried about personality, as you will be working on a team.
Interview Question – Tell us your weakness. Answer Question
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Assistant Director at Washington State University
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Richland, WA Aug 2008 – Reviewed Aug 29, 2012
Interview Details – The newly recruited Director of the Center for Bioproducts and Bioenergy recruited me to come to work here to help start-up the center.
Interview Question – Not really applicable. However, I was assured that I would have the opportunity to do my own research but that hasn't happened. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – Fairly straight forward. We settled on an acceptable salary offer very quickly.
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Graduate Teaching Assistant at Washington State University
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Vancouver, WA May 2010 – Reviewed May 15, 2012
Interview Details – Simple questions
Interview Question – Research Experience Answer Question
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Graduate Teaching Assistant at Washington State University
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Pullman, WA Dec 2011 – Reviewed Feb 9, 2012
Interview Details – The hiring process is based on your relationship with faculty.
Interview Question – How do you plan to pass the CPA exam? Answer Question
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Clerical Assistant I at Washington State University
Declined Offer – Interviewed in Pullman, WA Jan 2011 – Reviewed Jan 18, 2011
Interview Details – I filled out the Washington State University Jobx form. I received an e-mail the next day asking me to call during select hours. I called and had a phone interview.
Interview Questions
- Describe your previous work experiences. Answer Question
- Why do you want to work for us and why do you think you will be good at this position. Answer Question
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IT Developer at Washington State University
No Offer – Interviewed in Detroit, MI Jan 2010 – Reviewed Sep 4, 2010
Interview Details – No technical question was asked.
Interview Question – are you a team player ? Answer Question
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