I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Charles River Laboratories (Cambridge, MA) in Jan 2024
Interview
Short 30 minute phone call for pre-screening with HR. Can take up to 3 days for them to email back with a response. If the director is interested, they will send you a time and date for the actual interview that is at least an hour long.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Are you comfortable working with lab animals? What's your intake on animal welfare?
I applied online. I interviewed at Charles River Laboratories (Boston, MA) in Feb 2026
Interview
Very easy and intuitive - common interview questions about work history and ability to deal with workplace difficulty, as well as strong questioning about ability to work properly with animals.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was the biggest challenge in the workplace you've faced thus far, and how did you deal with it?
I applied online. I interviewed at Charles River Laboratories (Stone Ridge, NY) in June 2024
Interview
Just a phone call curious about roll. Was informed of some possible issues for employees. Hoped to see if it’s as bad as it sounds or if it’s worth it.
I interviewed at Charles River Laboratories (Irvine, CA)
Interview
Very friendly. Generic questions. Spent most of the interview talking about the company. Admittedly said there is no room for growth unless you commute to another city 40 miles away.