PhD Intern applicants have rated the interview process at Procter & Gamble with 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 66.4% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for PhD Intern roles take an average of 30 days to get hired, when considering 5 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Procter & Gamble overall takes an average of 45 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Procter & Gamble as a PhD Intern according to 5 Glassdoor interviews include:
Personality test: 22%
Group panel interview: 22%
Presentation: 22%
Drug test: 11%
One on one interview: 11%
Phone interview: 11%
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I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Procter & Gamble (Mason, OH) in Jan 2024
Interview
There are a couple rounds of interviews:
1. online PEAK assessment
2. video panel screening with the whole team (1hr)
3. standard video panel interview (PEAK)
4. a half-day virtual visit in the style of a seminar presentation + Q&A and 1-on-1 with members
(I did not get an offer because I accepted an offer from another company and informed P&G, but I did complete the interview process)
Interview questions [5]
Question 1
(PEAK) Tell me about a time when you step into a group, take charge, get support (resources, budget) and bring about excellent results
(PEAK) Think of a time you developed and maintained productive relationships while working with others even when they have different point of view than yours
I interviewed at Procter & Gamble (Cincinnati, OH)
Interview
The interview process was highly structured and followed a clear, step-by-step format. It primarily focused on behavioral questions rather than technical assessments. Interviewers emphasized past experiences, problem-solving approaches, and communication skills. Overall, it felt organized and consistent, with little emphasis on technical depth.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Background, previous relevant experience, asking if I worked with Python / SQL before.
The interview had 3 rounds. First round was a basic round where the hiring manager wanted to know more about me and explained the internship position. The second round was a 45 minute seminar and the final round was a behavioural interview round
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked me to explain the peojects I had worked on.
I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Procter & Gamble in Dec 2024
Interview
First, there was an online assessment on their website. Then that was successful, and I was invited to the interviews. There were three separate interviews but consecutive interviews after passing the initial interview. The questions were based on experiences and responses to several scenarios.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How I will respond to certain situations such as colleague differences.