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World Bank Group interviews FAQs
Energy Specialist applicants have rated the interview process at World Bank Group with 3.3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 67% positive. To compare, the company-average is 70.8% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Energy Specialist roles take an average of 33 days to get hired, when considering 3 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at World Bank Group overall takes an average of 57 days.
Common stages of the interview process at World Bank Group as a Energy Specialist according to 3 Glassdoor interviews include:
Group panel interview: 29%
Background check: 29%
Personality test: 14%
Skills test: 14%
One on one interview: 14%
Here are the most commonly searched roles for interview reports -
I applied online. The process took 5 months. I interviewed at World Bank Group (Washington, DC)
Interview
applied online. panel of four. great experience but very bad souvenirs. questions were very basic on world energy trends and challenges with a focus on African context . the panel was interested in readiness to my travel frequently
I applied online. I interviewed at World Bank Group (Addis Ababa)
Interview
I was only invited to the first interview. It was virtual and about 5 people attended the interview. I didn't not pass to the next stage but it was a good experience for me.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
It was very technical. Asked me keg challenges in the energy sector in Africa
I applied online. The process took 5 weeks. I interviewed at World Bank Group (Washington, DC) in Jan 2021
Interview
The process was a little fast and the interview lasted for an hour or so. The interview was held for four different woman and a leader. She asked most of the questions
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at World Bank Group (Washington, DC) in Jan 2019
Interview
Overall a positive experience with very friendly interviewers. Had two rounds: first with the country team and then with the practice manager which was a one-on-one interview. Got offer within a month of the interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Experience, projects, strengths, weaknesses, how do you manage conflict