I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Penguin Random House (New York, NY) in May 2016
Interview
The process took about 2 weeks. I received an email from the recruiter to set up and interview. I interviewed with the recruiter, and the lady (a Publicity) that would have been my boss. The questions were pretty standard- asking about my experience/background from past employment. After the whole interview process, there was no follow-up, letting me know if I had received the job or not, even after I sent an email asking about the status of my application.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What's your favorite book?
How do you keep yourself organized?
I interviewed at Penguin Random House (New York, NY) in July 2024
Interview
First, you have a phone call with HR to figure out things like availability, whether or not you can work in the US, what the role consists of, and when you can start working. After that, you have a call with the person who will most likely be your supervisor if you get the job.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Penguin Random House (London, England) in Jan 2024
Interview
HireVue interview process. I was given 3 questions and had to record myself answering them. There was time to prepare for the questions and then you recorded yourself answering. I only have one try at each question.
Interview questions [3]
Question 1
Why have you chosen to apply for a role in the publicity team? What about the idea of publicity appeals to you?
I applied online. I interviewed at Penguin Random House
Interview
The process included multiple rounds of interviews with Vice President and other senior managers, in descending order of company standing. They asked mostly standard questions, and overall created a very conversational and welcoming atmosphere.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is your biggest weakness? Individual or team-oriented preference? How you solve problems with a direct manager? What do you like to read?