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Interview Questionnaire 

11 Questions

  • Q1. I was asked to tell something about myself. I focused on my Technical Skills( projects, BTP. Tried to present my interest in Energy sector and in technology in general), then my POR where I told about vari...
  • Q2. What do I know about Rio and why do I want to join it
  • Ans. 

    Rio is a global mining company with a focus on sustainable practices and community engagement.

    • Rio is one of the largest mining companies in the world

    • They have a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing their environmental impact

    • Rio places a high value on community engagement and working with local communities

    • They offer opportunities for career growth and development

    • I am excited to join Rio because of their repu

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  • Q3. About my technical skills
  • Q4. About my POR
  • Q5. About cross cultural experience
  • Q6. If I am given an offer from Schlum and Rio both, then what would I choose and why
  • Ans. 

    I would choose the company that aligns better with my career goals and values.

    • I would research both companies thoroughly to understand their culture, values, and career growth opportunities.

    • I would consider the location and work-life balance offered by both companies.

    • I would also take into account the compensation and benefits package offered by both companies.

    • Ultimately, I would choose the company that offers the best...

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  • Q7. If I liked any sports or art forms etc
  • Ans. 

    I enjoy playing basketball and painting in my free time.

    • I have been playing basketball since high school and enjoy playing pick-up games with friends.

    • I also enjoy painting and have taken a few art classes to improve my skills.

    • I find both activities to be a great way to relieve stress and unwind after a long day.

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  • Q8. My 3rd yr internship project
  • Q9. My BTP
  • Q10. Why m I not going for higher studies rt away?
  • Ans. 

    I believe gaining practical experience in the industry will enhance my understanding and skills before pursuing higher studies.

    • I want to gain practical experience in the industry before pursuing higher studies

    • I believe this will enhance my understanding and skills

    • I want to apply the knowledge gained during my undergraduate studies in a practical setting

    • I want to explore different career paths before committing to a spe

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  • Q11. Have I done something ever which promoted safety awareness/practices around me( These people are too obsessed with safety)

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: They have a long short listing process. Online aptitude test, 3 short essays etc but mostly, short listing is resume based. There is a telephonic round as well but questions for the same are known well in advance. Few keywords for short listing are 
1 .Technical Skills 
2. POR
3. Cross - Cultural Experience 
4. You get bonus points if you have done some project related to energy, environment etc and have been exposed to an atmosphere where safety practices were critically followed.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: I had 2 round of interviews. Few people had even more than 3 rounds. I was told that I am being given an offer during my 2nd round itself.

Round 1. – Interviewers- Three in no., 1 Australian, 2 Indians.
Round 2. Interviewers- Five in no.- Three Australian. 2 Indian( Don’t know if anyone of them was an engineer. Mostly HR people.)

Because few of the interviewers were Australians, it became all the more important that I spoke slow and it should be clear to everyone.

General Tips: If you are targeting day one companies than you need to have certain spikes in your resume. These spikes can be academic, research based, internships, POR, extra currics etc. What most of us do not realize is that interview preparation in itself is a very good spike which can definitely get you shortlisted in more no. of companies and increase your chances of getting selected in each of them. I would just suggest. Take good amount of time in deciding what you really want to do. If you decide that you want do a job after your education at IITK, then prepare well for it and earn it.
Skill Tips: The thing that went well was that most of the questions I was asked were expected so I had already prepared for them. They look for certain traits in individuals.
1 .Technical Skills 
2. POR(not necessarily in extra currics, even a good project management counts)
3. Cross - Cultural Experience(Adaptability-because you are placed in Australia) 
4. Confidence 
5. Outgoing Nature
6. Interest in energy/environment etc.


I could present that I have most of these traits. I could not prepare well for aptitude during my placement preparation which I should have. I gave few aptitude test but did not get selected. I had some amount of bad luck in BCG and Diamond both in pre interview process and during interview, but that is something which can happen so it is advisable to be mentally prepared for it and try and get shortlisted in as many companies as you can.
College Name: IIT KANPUR

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Interview Questionnaire 

10 Questions

  • Q1. Why Rio Tinto?
  • Ans. 

    Rio Tinto is a global mining company with a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation.

    • Rio Tinto has a diverse range of operations across the world, providing opportunities for growth and development.

    • The company has a strong focus on sustainability, with a goal to reach net zero emissions by 2050.

    • Rio Tinto is committed to innovation, investing in new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce environmental i...

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  • Q2. DR-related
  • Q3. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated and skilled engineer with a passion for learning and a strong work ethic.

    • I have a solid educational background in engineering and have excelled in my coursework.

    • I have completed internships and projects that have given me practical experience in the field.

    • I am a quick learner and am eager to take on new challenges and responsibilities.

    • I am a team player and have strong communication skills, whic...

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  • Q4. If not Rio Tinto then what?
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about the mining industry and would explore other mining companies such as BHP Billiton or Anglo American.

    • Explore other mining companies such as BHP Billiton or Anglo American

    • Consider other industries such as oil and gas or renewable energy

    • Pursue further education or training to specialize in a specific field

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  • Q5. Extracurricular and POR
  • Q6. Why Australia?
  • Ans. 

    Australia offers excellent opportunities for engineering graduates with its advanced technology and diverse industries.

    • Australia has a strong economy and a high demand for skilled engineers

    • The country has a well-developed infrastructure and advanced technology

    • There are diverse industries in Australia, ranging from mining to aerospace

    • Australia offers a high standard of living and a multicultural society

    • The country has w...

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  • Q7. Why not a field that fits your thesis?
  • Ans. 

    My thesis was focused on a specific area of engineering, but I am open to exploring other fields and gaining new experiences.

    • My thesis was a narrow focus and I want to broaden my knowledge

    • I am excited to learn new things and gain new experiences

    • I am open to exploring different fields of engineering

    • I believe that my skills and knowledge can be applied to various fields

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  • Q8. Questions related to pumps
  • Q9. Contribution to safety
  • Ans. 

    I have always prioritized safety in my work and have actively contributed to creating a safe work environment.

    • I have completed safety training courses and regularly attend safety meetings.

    • I have identified and reported potential safety hazards in the workplace.

    • I have suggested and implemented safety improvements, such as installing safety guards on machinery.

    • I have encouraged my colleagues to follow safety protocols an...

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  • Q10. Manufacturing, safety

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Topics:
1. Verbal ability 
2. Numerical ability
3. Mental ability
Duration: 25+25+25 minutes
Total Questions: 30+18+24

General Tips: 1. Communication skills are important 
2. Prepare your projects and intern well 
3. Go through the website of Rio Tinto. 
4. Get ready for anything unexpected.
College Name: IIT KANPUR

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Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Test was simple it consisted of 3 parts
  • Q2. 1) English passage reading.:
  • Q3. 2)Next pattern follow in the sequence
  • Q4. 3)Data Interpretation
  • Q5. How will you light up the Pit?
  • Ans. 

    To light up the Pit, I would use a combination of artificial lighting sources such as floodlights and spotlights.

    • Install floodlights around the perimeter of the Pit to provide overall illumination.

    • Use spotlights to highlight specific areas or objects within the Pit.

    • Consider using LED lights for energy efficiency and long lifespan.

    • Ensure proper wiring and electrical connections for safety.

    • Implement a lighting control sy...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Interview
Experience: All went so easy and simple and i was confident about clearing this round
Tips: Be clear and confident

Round: Interview
Experience: This also went very well and i was confident enough in my answers
Tips: Always be confident in your answers though its right or wrong

General Tips: Always make out your technical skills and improve your communication skills
Skills: Technical, Communication skills
College Name: IIT Roorkee
Motivation: I am a self motivator

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Simple HR questions. Specifics of the company. Why do you want to join the company? What do you understand about safety? These were some of the common questions asked to applicants.
Tips: Don’t upload information that you cannot justify.

Round: Test
Experience: Pretty easy test (Focused areas: math ability, verbal ability, and a psychometric test)

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: The technical questions are pretty tough.
Tips: One should prepare a lot.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: HR questions are pretty standard and easy. Simple HR questions and questions related to your department
.

Skill Tips: Good academic credentials, but you don’t require a very high CGPA. Team involvement is encouraged. Internships and projects in your own department subjects is encouraged. Good communication skills are important.
College Name: IIT-Kharagpur

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Tips: Prepare on the basis of your resume and gather company info. Be sure of why you want to join the company and how can you handle the rigors of field work in a core job. No technical questions.

Round: telephonic interview
Experience: Preliminary check of the candidate.
Tips: Check for tips on how to appear in a telephonic interview in a calm and relaxed state of mind.

Round: Test
Tips: Preparing from the CAT study materials helps a lot and the website provides sample question and answers for preparation. Answers in the personality questionnaire are checked for any inconsistencies. So try to be natural.
Duration: 90 minutes

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Interview by an engineer related to your core field, checks for the candidate’s technical proficiency and team work skills. Questions are usually straight forward and some technical questions will be asked.
Tips: The candidates must remember specific details of his internship experience as it usually decides the interview outcome The usual preparation for appearing in an interview should do.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Interview by a senior engineer. Interview is usually informal in nature and any doubts regarding work life are explained. He may check thecandidate’s software skills.

General Tips: The company looks for motivated candidates to work for the company. Aspiring students should have a clear idea of the work environment and the safety precautions it entails, the potential dangers of field work in a remote area. Go though the responses in the previous editions of Tnpedia and get the details from seniors who got placed.
Skill Tips: CGPA > 8 is usually preferred though not mandatory, Must have a clear idea of the basic engineering principles. Ability to work in a team is essential for the company. The company often asks for prior experience of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadline. Quantitative Language and Non-verbal skills are checked in the online tests. Internship in the Core industrial field are highly preferred. The candidates are often selected on the basis of the work performed in their internships.
Skills: Quantitative skills, Verbal & Non-verbal
College Name: IIT Kharagpur

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: online application
Experience: Register on the website and fill up the essay questions.
Tips: Take your time to answer all the questions with patience. Do a little research on the background of the company Be slow and clear while talking. Be prepared with the standard questionnaire related to the resume/application filled previously.

Round: telephonic interview
Experience: A list of people selected from the applications was sent and slots allotted for telephonic interview. It was an HR interview and no technical questions were asked.
Tips: Do not read out the answers written in the application form.

Round: Test
Tips: Basic quantitative questions. Fill the personality questionnaire patiently. Check that the internet does not get disconnected in between the test

Round: Interview
Tips: Things you need the most: 1. Confidence 2. Appropriate attire (formal wear) 3. Brush up all the basics related to your department subjects 4. Be thorough with the work done at internships and projects 5. Being a girl adds to the probability of getting selected (but it also depends upon their requirements) Do not be nervous, the interviewers were very friendly. Ask relevant questions when given an oppurtunity to know more about the company.

Skill Tips: Team work, social involvement and sports are most looked for along with adventurous nature, confidence and a willingness to work at remote locations. Exposure to mining and machinery is important. Any project with dedicated work is appreciated. Foreign internship or conferences can add to the cross-cultural experiences.
College Name: IIT Kharagpur

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Based on your answers in application form and CV
Tips: Study about the safety considerations taken in the industry. There will definitely be a couple of questions on it.Try to highlight leadership skills and team activities.

Round: telephonic interview
Experience: Mainly HR questions like your goal, why Rio Tinto, which industry you would like to work, etc. Some questions might also be about your internships and your learning from it.
Tips: Be at ease, and do not panic. Try to sound natural, and not as if you are reading it out from somewhere.

Round: Interview
Experience: Two rounds of interview, depending upon your performance in 1st one. Interviews in general were not very stressful, they usually start off with a few general questions – tell me about yourself, competency based questions, etc. Then they ask: Why this industry and why Rio Tinto – everyone has different answers and there’s no right or wrong but you should be convincing enough, while answering these questions. Expect some questions on what you have mentioned in your CV - internship, projects and extra curricular activities.
Tips: Do not bother for the exact answer. If you are not very sure, just let them know. Be loud enough in your thought process. If CGPA is very high ( > 9.0) or research type internships, then be prepared to face questions like why not going for higher studies, why this particular sector, etc.

General Tips: Think of the possible questions and make some points well in advance, that would help (certainly no need to mug up everything, but make them as guidelines, so that you do not miss any important points). Be confident while answering questions, be cheerful and well dressed. Be prepared to substantiate every point mentioned in your CV ( by citing situations, examples, etc) All the Best !!
Skill Tips: CGPA more than 8.0 is must. Any leadership position, entrepreneurial activity would make candidature strong. Projects related to field work, foreign exposure,etc would help. Candidate should have decent knowledge about Rio Tinto’s activities. And be prepared to face some questions on the same.
College Name: IIT Kharagpur

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: resume shortlisting
Experience: You need to answer 3 questions as a part of application process. Spend a lot of time answering those questions. You’ll also be sending your CV in this stage. I was asked various questions like why Rio Tinto, what are the products of Rio Tinto, where is it operating in India, etc. There was also a question based on sustainability development in mining companies.
Tips: The last thing you would want in your application is a spelling mistake. Review those 3 questions as many times as possible. Be very specific in your answers. Go through the company website, wikipedia and other material for information about the company. Your answers should show that you are genuinely interested in the company and that you have done research about them beforehand.

Round: phone interview
Experience: All the questions were HR oriented.
Tips: Be very loud and clear during the call. If you don’t understand anything, don’t hesitate to ask the interviewer to repeat the question. Give an alternative phone number along with your mobile number and make sure you have that mobile also with you during the stipulated time of the interview.

Round: Test
Experience: They are very easy when compared to other companies. You need not worry about them. There will be a big personality questionnaire that you need to answer.
Tips: Don’t lie much but make sure that your personality that you are projecting matches with the company’s requirement.

Round: Interview
Experience: Almost all the questions were HR oriented. My interview lasted around 45 mins, though it was quite less for others. A few questions are the same as the phone interview. Most of the questions asked were test the personality of the candidate.
Tips: Don’t be nervous and shy during the interview. Be honest, don’t lie. Try to show that you can adopt to new environments very easily. Talk about your foreign intern or any other international experience you have had. Mention your leadership and team work skills wherever possible. Prepare for HR questions. Talk to as many alumni as possible and make sure that you mention it during the interview. The interviewer might ask you if you have any questions about the company or job profile. Prepare a few smart questions for this. Have some sense of humor. In my case the interviewer was laughing for almost all the time.

Round: Interview
Experience: This is the final stage and a few students will be shortlisted based on performance in the first interview. This interview is very short. The interviewer told me that they just want to take a 2nd opinion on the candidate before confirming the offer. There might be some technical questions along with questions based on your resume. A few questions asked in the first round might be repeated.
Tips: If you make it to this round it means you did good till now. So be confident and show the same enthusiasm during this interview also. Be very thorough with each and every line in your resume. Don’t exaggerate too much about the projects and interns in your CV. I know someone who got rejected as he exaggerated about his work in the internship and could not explain that during the interview. You’ll need to ask some questions about the work profile in this round as well. So prepare some good number of questions.

College Name: IIT-Kharagpur

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Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Why do you want to join the company?
  • Ans. 

    I am excited to join the company because of its reputation for innovation and commitment to employee development.

    • The company has a strong track record of developing cutting-edge technology.

    • I am impressed by the company's commitment to employee training and development programs.

    • I am excited about the opportunity to work with a team of talented and motivated professionals.

    • The company's values align with my own, and I bel...

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  • Q2. What do you understand about safety?
  • Ans. 

    Safety refers to the measures taken to prevent harm or danger to people, property, or the environment.

    • Safety involves identifying and assessing potential hazards

    • It requires implementing measures to control or eliminate those hazards

    • Safety also involves training and educating individuals on safe practices

    • Regular inspections and maintenance are necessary to ensure ongoing safety

    • Examples of safety measures include wearing...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Interview
Experience: Simple HR questions were asked along with questions on specifics of the company.
Tips: Don’t upload information that you cannot justify.

Round: Test
Experience: Pretty easy test.

Round: technical + HR interview
Experience: The technical questions are pretty tough, HR questions are pretty standard and easy. Simple HR questions and questions related to your department
Tips: One should prepare a lot of technical questions.

Skill Tips: Internships and projects in your own department subjects is encouraged. Team involvement is encouraged.
Skills: Good communication skills
College Name: IIT-Kharagpur

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Rio Tinto Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Rio Tinto interview?
Rio Tinto interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Rio Tinto interview process are Resume Shortlist, One-on-one Round and HR.
How to prepare for Rio Tinto interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Rio Tinto. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Rio Tinto expect are Core HR, Presentation Skills, SAP, Analytics and Case.
What are the top questions asked in Rio Tinto interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Rio Tinto interview -

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How long is the Rio Tinto interview process?

The duration of Rio Tinto interview process can vary, but typically it takes about 2-4 weeks to complete.

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