I applied online. I interviewed at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
Interview
The interviewers were very friendly and conversational. They asked me to walk them through my portfolio and explain my design process. They then introduced their company and some potential projects that I will be working on during my internship.
I applied through college or university. I interviewed at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (London, England) in Apr 2025
Interview
My interview with Skidmore, Owings & Merrill was an overall very positive experience. The process felt professional yet approachable, with a focus on understanding my background, design sensibilities, and how I approach creative problem-solving. I had the opportunity to discuss my portfolio and past projects in depth, and the interviewers were engaged, curious, and supportive throughout. Overall, it was a constructive conversation that left me with a strong impression of the collaborative and thoughtful culture at SOM.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why did i choose Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)?
I applied online. I interviewed at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (New York, NY)
Interview
they contacted me to arrange an interview via email
A virtual conversation, the interviewer asks questions about skills, experience, and fit for the role.
Some roles may require a test or portfolio review.
The employer may request additional information or a second interview.
The company informs the candidate of the outcome and, if selected, extends an offer.
Architecture Intern applicants have rated the interview process at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill with 4 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 55.7% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
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