Initial interview with group followed by interview with hiring manager. Questions looked for specific aspects of work experience with information on personal accountability and actions taken for results. Interview included behavioral questions. For the most part content was very specific, utilizing the STAR method.
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Can you share a time in which you had to manage a challenging work request?
I applied online. I interviewed at Caterpillar (Chennai) in Apr 2017
Interview
The Interview process was based on a psychometric test format that questioned my past experiences. They have a usual set of questions that will be asked to all candidates. These questions will analyse whether the candidate is capable for taking up this role.
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Have you ever had a customer who always rejected your work?
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Caterpillar
Interview
I've had several interviews for different communications positions within Caterpillar. They all use STAR (or CAR) interview format: Situation, Task, Action, Result. It's crucial that you answer in this format or they will ask follow up questions to get you to expand upon your answer. Interviews are typically 3 interviewers taking turns asking you these behavioral questions for about 1 hour. It's only difficult if you aren't familiar with the STAR format, but I wasn't for my first interview and still got the job. The whole process from applying to getting an offer will likely take a least one month, if not longer. Don't give up hope if it's been a little while since you've heard from them!
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Question 1
Tell me about a situation in which you had to adjust quickly to a significant change in the organization, department or team priorities. How did the change affect you? What did you do?