I applied through university. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Caterpillar in Apr 2012
Interview
Initial interview was on campus, consisted mainly of STAR interview questions followed by an informal conversation.
About 5 weeks later I received an invitation to visit Caterpillar and interview on site. Caterpillar booked/paid for my flight, rental car, hotel, and meals, as well as personal mileage on my car.
The night before interviews I was given a tour of the town and taken to a nice dinner with the "host" (the person responsible for guiding you around the company, answering questions, etc.) Started the day off with three 1:1 interviews, the 2nd being with the actual hiring manger for the position. Interviews were followed by a drug test, lunch, and a tour of the company.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you had to manage a heavy workload. How did you handle it, what was the outcome?
It was pretty good but not the best. They asked me a lot of questions during the interview but it was mostly behavioral. I had one interview on campus and then I got an offer
The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Caterpillar
Interview
Interview was moderate and was related to basic of domain but clarity of thoughts and application oriented thinking is needed for clearing of interview. Application subjects should be well versed of you domain.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
question related to mechanical engineering specific to application (practical)
It was a very simple process. Nice people who took time to listen and answer questions. I would recommend attempting to find a job here. Very nice people and great place to work.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was one of your difficult decisions as a leader?
