I applied through college or university. The process took 5 weeks. I interviewed at Occidental Petroleum
Interview
It was a behavioral interview by engineers who were visiting the college campus. I got an interview through one of the engineers who was already working there, and that's how I got a spot. Interview was relaxed and easygoing. Just be on your feet and personable.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Asked about personal hobbies and challenging experiences in the past
I interviewed at Occidental Petroleum (The Woodlands, TX)
Interview
Very laid back interview process with two staff members from the engineering team. I received the interview opportunity after attending my university career fair. They asked very normal behavioral questions.
I applied online. The process took 5 months. I interviewed at Occidental Petroleum (Houston, TX) in Feb 2025
Interview
An initial phone chat with a recruiter telling me that they wanted to set me up with an interview. The interview was set for the next day. It was a 30 minute panel of 4 engineers. Very standard STAR questions, and the interviewers were all very nice.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a setback that you experienced and how you addressed it?
I applied through college or university. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Occidental Petroleum (Texas City, TX) in Sep 2023
Interview
STAR method was requested to be used. It went very smooth. They basically want to know how easy it is to work with you and how you delegate yourself in a work place.
