Chemical Abstracts Service Interview Questions and Answers

Round: Test
Experience: There were totally 8 sections to the test. But they could be broadly put under 4 categories. Firstly all questions were compulsory to attempt and there was no negative marking. Aptitude: Basic quantitative math questions were asked. There was one simple programming question where one could code in C/Java in your local IDE and upload the code file. It was a DO or DIE question, either you get the question and proceed to the next questions of the test or the test gets stopped if the code is not successfully compiled within 5 attempts. This programming question, as was told was an important criteria to filter out candidates for the next round. There was a descriptive question asking about a recent team project done.
Tips: Achievements in sports and other extra curricular activities are valued. Mention them in the resume, if applicable.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: In this round, they look for the candidate's experience in coding in whatever language mentioned in the resume - I was asked to write some simple codes in c. I was also asked to explain some projects from the resume.
Tips: basic knowledge of data structures, resume preparation

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: In this round, the questions were mostly based on the resume and the projects done. Also, HR questions like What do you know about Schlumberger, How do you perform in a team, What makes you unique from the other candidates etc. were asked. They also ask if you have any questions from your side - Better to ask questions if you have one or if you can't think upon any specific question, ask them a doubt from whatever they have said(usually they say a lot about their company and principles before they ask you for questions)
Tips: Prepare for a HR interview separately, resume preparation

College Name: IIT Madras

Round: HR Interview
Experience: HR was really friendly and asked about projects in the resume.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Interviewer asked questions related to programming and algorithms.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Interviewer asked all technical details inside the resume. This round was more technical. More emphasis was on problem solving skills.

College Name: IIT Madras

Round: Group Discussion
Duration: 20 minutes

College Name: BITS Pilani

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This happened in Technip FMC Hyderabad, India. I hold 10 years experience. Interviewers don not know what to get from the candidates. The panel tried to prove within themselves that can ask difficult questions. The even entered to doctorate level questions which is not valid for performing job. Finally, I conclude that they performed some time-pass session.

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good knowledge on piping system, thickness calculations and materials are required

Equipment layout preparation as per oisd 118 and plot plan knowledge required.

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be positive and be real! Don't try to fake answers.

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare & focus mainly on your final project.