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Updated 30 Jun 2024

AkzoNobel Research and Development Intern Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Assignment 

A presentation based on the core values

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Discussion about a task in a group

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is a polymer
  • Ans. 

    A polymer is a large molecule composed of repeating structural units, typically connected by covalent chemical bonds.

    • Polymers can be natural (e.g. proteins, DNA) or synthetic (e.g. plastics, rubber)

    • They have a wide range of properties and applications, such as in packaging, textiles, and biomedical devices

    • Polymerization is the process of combining monomers to form a polymer chain

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What components make up paint
  • Ans. 

    Paint is made up of pigments, binders, solvents, and additives.

    • Pigments provide color and opacity to the paint (e.g. titanium dioxide)

    • Binders hold the pigment particles together and adhere them to the surface (e.g. acrylic resins)

    • Solvents help to keep the paint in liquid form and evaporate during drying (e.g. water, mineral spirits)

    • Additives enhance specific properties of the paint such as flow, leveling, or durability

  • Answered by AI

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic Oops Concepts
  • Q2. 4 Pillars of oops
  • Ans. 

    Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Abstraction are the 4 pillars of OOPs

    • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit

    • Inheritance: Ability of a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class

    • Polymorphism: Ability to present the same interface for different data types

    • Abstraction: Hiding the complex implementation details and showing only the necessary features

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Box test 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. What is the difference between HTTp and HTTPS
  • Ans. 

    HTTP is unsecured protocol while HTTPS is secured protocol using SSL/TLS encryption.

    • HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, while HTTPS stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure.

    • HTTPS uses SSL/TLS encryption to secure the communication between the client and server, while HTTP does not.

    • HTTPS uses port 443 by default, while HTTP uses port 80.

    • HTTPS URLs begin with 'https://' and are secured with a padlock icon i...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Normal question w.r.t subject and leadership quality
  • Q2. Confidence , energetic and HOD skills

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nothing special ,all is well ,salary is low w.r.t others industries.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Nov 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain about yourself
  • Q2. What will be next big social change
  • Ans. 

    The next big social change will likely involve increased focus on environmental sustainability and climate change.

    • Growing awareness and concern about climate change leading to more sustainable practices

    • Shift towards renewable energy sources and reducing carbon footprint

    • Advocacy for policies and regulations to protect the environment

    • Emphasis on sustainable consumption and production practices

    • Increased activism and movem...

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why u choose this company

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - knowledge and communication skills

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Aug 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Medium difficulty level

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself. Strengths Scenario based questions
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your qualifications Where do you live What internship you did Pitch of your internship BCG matrix
Round 5 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Bcg matrix Hawthrone experiment How long you can work with us. Are you available for pan india. Why do you want to work with us.
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in working with your company because of its strong reputation in the industry and the opportunities for growth and development.

    • I have researched your company and am impressed by its track record of success and innovation.

    • I believe that my skills and experience align well with the requirements of the Senior Sales Officer role.

    • I am excited about the potential to contribute to the company's growth and succ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Company is full with politics and babu culture.
They call themselves professional but that's a White lie.
No proper guidance for freshers
Licking is the dose for survival here.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. How will do market expansion
  • Ans. 

    Market expansion can be achieved through various strategies such as increasing product range, targeting new customer segments, and exploring new geographical locations.

    • Conduct market research to identify potential new customer segments and their needs

    • Develop new products or services that cater to the identified customer segments

    • Explore new geographical locations by setting up new sales channels or partnerships

    • Invest in...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nothing advice

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Rearding construction chemicals ; types of paints
  • Ans. 

    Construction chemicals include various types of paints for different applications.

    • Types of paints include interior paints, exterior paints, enamel paints, and textured paints.

    • Interior paints are used for painting walls and ceilings inside buildings.

    • Exterior paints are designed to withstand weather conditions and are used for painting the exterior surfaces of buildings.

    • Enamel paints are oil-based and provide a glossy fi...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - knowlege of application of paints ; topcoats ; undercoats

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Apr 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. Strategies to improve the sales
  • Ans. 

    To improve sales, focus on customer satisfaction, effective communication, targeted marketing, and continuous training.

    • Prioritize customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and addressing their needs

    • Enhance communication with customers through personalized interactions and prompt responses

    • Implement targeted marketing strategies to reach the right audience and generate leads

    • Invest in continuous training for sa...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. About work experiences & target in the previous company
  • Q4. No. of dealer handled in the previous company
  • Q5. Why you are looking for a change
  • Q6. About achievements

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and Honest

AkzoNobel Interview FAQs

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