I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at State Farm (San Jose, CA) in Mar 2011
Interview
Lengthy process, initially was not hired position but got a call back a couple months later being offered the position in other locations. I declined because State Farm does not provide relocation or housing assistance at all. Overall, the recruiter interviewing me was nice and helpful but he did not provide any feedback as to why I was not initially offered the position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain a time when you had to deal with an irate customer
Very standard, phone interview with typically questions - describe yourself, how did you handle a situation that involved conflicting team members, how did you overcome an obstacle, etc. It was my first interview ever, and I was extremely nervous but somehow impressed the interview enough to get the job offer.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Define "success" in terms other than monetary compensation
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at State Farm in Jan 2012
Interview
I applied through online website. Got an email that requested me to do a skills test (typing). A day later, I received a call from an employee from HR notifying that I passed and will need a phone interview. I would say the interview was basic behaviorial interview with a few questions that require you to demonstrate your problem solving skills. I finished the phone interview and have not heard back for at least a month. I pretty much gave up by then. But randomly after spring break, they said I passed and gave me a contigent offer. I gladly accepted and went through background check/ drug screening. Within a week , I got my official offer and I accepted.
Tip:
Being friendly and corgial is very important for this company. I think this company is looking for someone that will get along with everyone. Try to highlight that you are a nice person.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
At one point, they asked a really broad question. So any answer could've been a hit or a miss.