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Updated 7 Mar 2016

Olam Research and Development Interview Experiences

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I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: The HR gave us a choice to select for GD. It was a straight forward round and they expected us to discuss the pros and cons and asked us to discuss beyond the geographical boundaries of India. Apart from this what I feel is they were looking how socially aware we were. They did not emphasize on the technical data during GD.
Tips: Use the current scenario of a particular topic and expand it to other countries. Leading the discussion and helping others to put their point forward always helps. Good eye contact and giving a nice and in depth explanation of the topic will help.
It doesn't matter if u start or summarize the GD. What matters is your presence should be felt by the group and the HR....!

Round: Other Interview
Experience: It was kind of tech + HR round which was mainly based on my experience during last summer Internship at Reliance. They asked in depth calculations and derivations of data and equations,my experimental techniques during Internships. They asked the mistakes i did during intern and gave a lot of suggestions on that.
They asked me a lot about my PORs in the campus and asked me how it helped me to be what i am..!
No typical question like strengths and weakness.
And they gave me a problem statement asking role of engineer in a process of tomato ketchup production right from procurement to sales..
The interview lasted for more than an hour and the interviewers were friendly. On the scale of 1 to 10..i will rate technical toughness to be 8.5 and HR to be 7..
Tips: Be truthful about ur CGPA..dun fake abouy ur internship
Jusyify and show them your approach towards every problem. They don't expect correct answer but a correct approach...!

Skills: Technical Questions, Leadership Skills, Internship Experience, Able To Speak With Perception
Duration: 2
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: International presence.. awesome project..
stipend and accomodation:P

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I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: I had made a master resume first where I had listed down all the activities I had done.
Then based on which type of companies I was sitting for, I decided what parts should go into the one page resume
Once that was done I got it reviewed by seniors
HUL also has a form wherein certain questions regarding your life experiences will be asked. Make sure you can come up with good examples and try to be honest about it
Tips: Get your resume reviewed by as many seniors as possible

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: - Apart from HUL, I had also applied for ITC. ITC also had a GD.I hadn't done too well in the gd and wasn't even shortlisted for the interview
- Instead of being tense, I looked at why I had failed and tried to improve upon them in the HUL GD
Tips: -People who talk well and connect socially aren't necessarily going to do well in GD's.
-Its actually better to have a group with more number of people as the GD in whole would come to a nice conclusion
- Don't get panicked by looking at people who are in your GD
Duration: 30 minutes

Round: HR Interview
Experience: The interview mostly focused on my experiences in my previous intern.Make sure you have prepared well for some standard questions.
A puzzle was also asked which I was able to answer easily.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This was the most difficult round of all. Again, the whole interview tested my concepts in various courses including mass transfer, heat transfer, fluid mechanics etc... All the questions were related to a particular equipment that was the heart of the plant in my previous intern.
Tips: - Even though you may not be able to answer directly, don't panic. Its perfectly normal to take your time. Clarify your doubts first before answering. Take the panel through your thought process.

Skill Tips: - You should be thorough with all technical aspects of previous internships
Skills: Core Courses Concepts
Duration: 2
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: - Largest FMCG's
- Great stipend
- Awesome mentorship programme

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Bernoulli Equation
  • Q2. 3 Laws of Thermodynamics
  • Ans. 

    The 3 laws of thermodynamics describe the behavior of energy in physical systems.

    • First law: Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or converted.

    • Second law: Entropy (disorder) always increases in a closed system.

    • Third law: As temperature approaches absolute zero, entropy approaches a minimum.

    • Examples: A car engine converting fuel into motion (1st law), a hot cup of coffee cooling down (2nd law), a super

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Dimensionless Scaling Numbers
  • Q4. Weight of TajMahal ?
  • Ans. 

    The weight of TajMahal is estimated to be around 58,000 metric tons.

    • The weight of TajMahal is estimated to be around 58,000 metric tons.

    • The weight of TajMahal is calculated based on the materials used in its construction.

    • The weight of TajMahal includes the weight of the marble, sandstone, and other materials used.

    • The weight of TajMahal is distributed over its foundation and the surrounding soil.

    • The weight of TajMahal i...

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Interview Preparation Tips

General Tips: Be very confidant while answering. Smile. Make him like youneither through your technical knowledge or through the way you present yourself
Skills: Communication Ability
Duration: 3
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: Interest in R and D
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about your experience
  • Ans. 

    I have over 10 years of experience in project management, leading cross-functional teams to successful outcomes.

    • Led multiple projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deliverables were met on time and within budget

    • Managed stakeholder relationships and communicated project updates effectively

    • Implemented project management best practices to improve efficiency and productivity

    • Trained and mentored junior team member

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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why you want to get into this role?
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about utilizing my expertise to make a significant impact in this role.

    • I have a strong background in the field and believe I can contribute effectively.

    • I am excited about the challenges and opportunities this role presents.

    • I am eager to take on more responsibilities and grow professionally.

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Skills required for the position
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About the current industry
Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Technical round of knowledge

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Apr 2022. 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 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About yourself & work
  • Q2. Work experience , previous company work role etc

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nice company to work with … supportive team and Managers

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2022. 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.
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why this job choosing
  • Q2. I want improve my self and skills
Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

Company sale's will less how to get to increase the sales

Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. The company sale's will be to advertise discount of product and policy with lo down payment regarding Lo rate of emi
Round 5 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is ur language ?
  • Ans. 

    English is my primary language.

    • I am fluent in English.

    • I have excellent communication skills in English.

    • I can effectively communicate with clients and colleagues in English.

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  • Q2. Telugu Hindi English .

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Communication skills and technical skills always and get a good job
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Past experience
  • Q2. Plan for sale in future
  • Ans. 

    To plan for future sales, I will analyze market trends, set realistic goals, train my team, and focus on customer satisfaction.

    • Analyze market trends to identify opportunities and threats

    • Set realistic sales goals based on market analysis

    • Train sales team on new products, techniques, and customer service

    • Focus on customer satisfaction to build long-term relationships and repeat business

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Round 1 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q2. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be urself. show confidence and technical knowledge.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What about power system
  • Q2. What is protection system
  • Ans. 

    A protection system is a set of devices and measures designed to prevent damage or harm to equipment, personnel, or the environment in case of a fault or abnormal condition.

    • Protection systems can include circuit breakers, fuses, relays, and alarms.

    • They are commonly used in electrical systems to prevent overloads, short circuits, and ground faults.

    • Protection systems are essential for ensuring the safety and reliability ...

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