I applied online. I interviewed at National Physical Laboratory in June 2026
Interview
1st HR Round on Telephone Call, 2nd round for Technical interview with Program Manager and Sr. Manager. Interview Panel seems non-technical and lake of technical terminology with Product development, which is quite essential for Quantum Program. Aksed very General questions, nothing technical, looking for the project management skiis and coordination with cross engineering team only.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you know about NPL and this role ?
Why you what NPL ?
Explain your project management experience
First, an online psychometric test. Second, an online call with HR. Third (and final), an assessment day comprising a group exercise, interview, and technical discussion.
I waited for 2 months to receive information were told we'd receive in 2 weeks. The feedback given on the call was very superficial. They had said I was a strong candidate and gave good interviews but fell short at the group assessment. The information given was contradictory, stating I showed natural leadership but did not follow through on my ideas. I did in fact follow through on my ideas but gave room for others to be express their ideas.
Generally deeply unhelpful feedback and inconsiderate behaviour.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe your university project + Tell us about experience you have in data handling/analysis
Interview invited after two months. First round: brief introduction of your research, 20min total. Second round: 1.5-hr technical and behavioural questions with three interviewers, including 10min research presentation. Over 30min behavioural questions.