I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at TSMC (Tainan) in Mar 2025
Interview
TSMC's interview process includes multiple stages: online application submission, resume screening, initial phone interview, technical assessments, on-site interviews with technical and HR rounds, and finally, a decision meeting that results in an offer if the candidate's performance meets company standards. Candidates are encouraged to prepare thoroughly and demonstrate technical expertise.
I applied online. I interviewed at TSMC (Phoenix, AZ) in May 2026
Interview
It was an hour long interview, there was an mid level equipment engineer with two higher up engineers. They just mostly asked some behavior questions and mostly talked about my experience and resume.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked me what my senior capstone project was, what was our objective and goal and how did we solve it
3 panel interviews, 1 phone interview and 1 HR interview. Mostly behavioral questions and basic semiconductor manufacturing process questions. The interviews would be your direct manager, senior engineers and your manager’s manager.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1- Are you ok with dealing with people who dont speak English fluently?
2- How would you communicate if they dont speak English?
What will make you leave the company?
Straightforward interview. Mostly interested in your work ethic and ability to learn quickly. Technical questions asked about previous projects and how one approaches new problems. Must express willingness to learn and work hard.