Application Process & Interviews at Cognizant

Normal interview process: Self introduction, interests and few technical questions about software development process mostly related to computer science field

two interviews, one with two interviewers and a one-on one

The standard Q&A between interviewee and interviewer was there. As the interview prolonged, it transitioned into a more get to know each other conversation for both parties allowing me to know that this team which I would be working with would be a good fit to my personality.

The interview process was fair and decent.

The hiring process at Cognizant was enjoyable and thorough. After an initial online application and a preliminary phone interview I was invited to attend an assessment centre in the Cognizant office in the city. The process took half a day. We had a chance to view presentations from various business units which gave an overview of Cognizant. This also provided the opportunity to ask questions and come to understand the culture of Cognizant. After this, interviews were conducted with a panel of interviewers. The interview consisted of general questions and technical questions (depending on which business unit we applied for). I found the questions to be about technology and business in general. Only a few of the questions focused on specific technologies or techniques.

Fairly normal interview process. There is some behind the scenes work that occurs that filters who interviews you and what Business Unit you fit into.

The interview process is normal, Selection based on CV - Phone Interview - Face-to-Face Interview Assessment includes presentation, some coding test and knowledge test for IT.

The process was split in two phases. Phone interview (initial screening), and final interview. In the final interview, depending on the graduate getting interviewed, different assessments were given. In the context of my personal assessment, I was assessed on my management skills and how I would automate a manual workflow in my previous job. These were conducted in the form of scenarios.

The process involved a initial screening call followed up by a formal interview.

First step was online application followed by phone interview. Successful phone interview resulted in invitation to the office for an information session on the company and a panel interview of 3 interviewers.

Single interview that took place with 3 members of management from different parts of the organisation. It was pleasant and professional. There were no further assessments.

Most of the Technical questions are on Software Development

about goals, IT experience, problem solving, programming knowledge. whether i was comfortable working late/weekends

I can't remember exactly. Mostly on how I would handled certain scenarios and what I would do in certain technical scenarios E.g. how would you speed up a program you've coded etc.

Strength and weakness My Experience (Projects I've been involved as listed in resume and work related stuff) Examples of facing certain situations (how to deal with them) Technical questions based on my resumes skill set

How to maintain customer relations, how to ethically deliver projects.

- Do you know what IoT is? Can you give an example? - Describe what a database is. - How can someone make money using Facebook? - Where do you see yourself in 5 years time? - What experience do you bring to the role?

1. Case study, how would you use social networking to help a restaurant run a better business? 2. Why should I choose you for this job? 3. What is IOT and give some examples.

I was asked about my reason for application, what I want from the role, potential solutions to a proposed problem

1. Tell me about your existing job? What do you do? 2. What do you know about the company? 3. In the context of your existing job, you mentioned that there were a lot of manual processes. How would you automate the entire process from start to finish, to ensure that maximum efficiency is achieved? 4. In your resume, you stated that you were a project manager for the entire duration of your internship. What were the challenges you faced while managing that project? 5. If you had a team member who was not completing the tasks that he/she was assigned, how would you motivate them so that it gets completed within the deadline? 6. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 7. What is your professional career objective? 8. Do you have any questions for us?

What I knew about the industry. What I was passionate about. What education and work experience I had.

I was asked questions relating to my studies in university, how i handle myself in certain situations and was asked questions related to specific services the company offers to gain an understanding of where i would placed

Normal interview prep, look presentable.

The interview process was fine.

Prepare by understanding the breadth of business activities that Cognizant partakes in and understand where the one you are applying to fits in. Don't worry too much about technical questions.

Be honest, and be able to clarify and explain why you have put certain elements on your CV.

Talk to the graduates who have already worked here and of course, they can read this survey for some insights.

1. Don't go overkill on your resume. Highlight key achievements and key skill areas. 2. Do your research on the company, and find out as much as you can. Write down key standout points about the company. 3. If the candidate reaches the interview phase - research commonly asked interview questions online so you can prepare yourself to answer them when you go into the interview.

Know what you want to do and where you want it to take you. Research the company and what it does.

Understand the reason for your application and how you want to make the most of this opportunity.

If you are not familiar with the Tech world, do your research. It is a very exciting industry to be a part of and there are many resources for you to become familiar with.