The interview process is very thorough after the initial application process. There were several stages and the screening was methodical. The first part of the interview was conducted by the Infrastructure Manager and the second part was conducted by the HR Manager.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
During the first part of the interview I was introduced to the company and the team. The second part of the interview was regarding general topics about Glencore and related to my person, for i.e. tell me about yourself?
A presentation was given by Glencore and then a networking event followed where you had to speak to many who work there and try to differentiate your self over the other candidates
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Glencore (Chicago, IL) in Feb 2011
Interview
Very easy going, open not at all stressful. Were very helpful in initiating a smooth conversation and transitioning to personal life. Lasted for about 2 hours. Make sure that you are prepared, will quiz you on everything that is on your CV.