I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at GEICO (Houston, TX) in Jun 2015
Interview
After applying online I was contacted by email within a couple days. I was given an online test. It was a short test but it was timed. You were not expected to complete all the questions but my advice is to answer as many as you can, as quick as you can. Very simple test. After the test, I was informed by email that I passed. This was the same day. I was sent another email saying I had a phone interview scheduled. The interview was about my work experience and to get to know more about me. After that I was scheduled for a second phone interview. This interview was concerning my leadership experience. Just be very detail oriented about your work experience and you will do fine. A few hours later I received a phone call saying they wanted to move further with me and scheduled me for a role playing interview. This is where things went awry. The whole role-playing process was very challenging and the odds are stacked against you. They place you in a room that is a make believe office. You are given 35 minutes to read a stack of papers to read that explains your role in a fake company. It is a lot of information to take in. You are given specific instructions that you must follow. The desk table was very small and there was not enough room to be organized. I couldn't stack the papers in one stack because I needed several of the sheets to access through out the role play. You were expected to multi task, be organized, follow the directions given, and provide good customer service. You have to answer phone calls, handle walk ins, and pretend you are going into the field. Two guys came and pretended to be customers. Their first visit was normal. The second is when they were very rude. They will judge your reactions. I didn't react to their negativity and that possibly hurt me. I felt I did poor in the role play but I did my best considering the circumstances. Its difficult to do a job that you only had 30 minutes to prepare for. I think the role play should be done after you are hired. It should be used for training not for hiring. A panel interview would be so much better at seeing a candidates potential. The next day after the role play I received an email saying I was not accepted for the position. I expected to be rejected because the guy I met during the role play was very short and direct. He did give me a chance to give my feedback. I knew I he felt I didn't do well although he didn't say it. They send the email at the end of the business day so there is less chance of you calling them to get feedback. I'm grateful I didnt get selected because the interview process and the job wasn't worth the pay that was offered. I feel like it was a waste of time and I will not be applying in 6 months as the email suggested. If you have a high tolerance for unnecessary processes, then this will be a great fit for you. I don't have the patience level for their hiring process. It is prolonged and too drawn out. Good luck to anyone that will go through this process in the future.
Great interview in person process, I feel I was prepared enough for the questions that were asked. Use the STAR method when answering interview questions. I was interviewed by tenured employees.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How to handle irate customers and negotiation process
Awesome job is the best cold calling getting out perfect for the beginners to start their career with the bang and great pay will help a lot until you fall out of your chair and holding an award.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was the first things they asked your to solve?
I applied online. I interviewed at GEICO (Houston, TX) in Nov 2020
Interview
This is a tough process!
After you apply you receive an email to complete a personality assessment along with basic logic assessment. Google Geico block assessment to get familiar with it. If you pass this you move on to phase 2.
Phase 2 is a recorded interview in which you're asked basic STAR questions. Google STAR and practice getting familiar with the method. It will help you. Basically you get asked a question like: describe a time when you dealt with a difficult situation and the outcome. Speak clear and slow, if you mess up you have up to 3 chances to record yourself flr each question. You will get a call from the recruiter asking how you think you did and you will have the chance to ask questions if you have any.
Phase 3. I received a call from the recruiter about 2 hours after my recorded interview(Took place on Friday) asking to schedule an actual interview that following Monday. Be sure to be dressed business professional, find a quiet space, make sure your laptop is charged and download webex ahead of time. You will receive an email with instructions. I could not see them but i was being observed by the Auto damage supervisor and the recruiter. This is the hardest part so far!
It is stressful, fast and a lot of information in a short amount of time. Breathe, relax and dont let the stress take over. Remain happy, ENTHUSIASTIC and complete the forms. There are 3 scenarios in which the recruiter calls as either the customer or repair facility. Be sure to pay attention to names and details. Have your forms up and ready to go. Your job is to fill out 2 forms. The claims form which include estimates and the check. Don't forget about the check. After your third scenario there is no downtime so be sure you fill out the forms as you go since once you hang up with the third scenario you can no longer fill anything out. This is the best i can describe it its really sink or swim. Don't get agitated and negotiate. Be as nice as you can and don't take anything personally.
DONT WORRY ABOUT PEN AND PAPER BECAUSE YOU HAVE VERY LITTLE TIME TO COMPLETE SEVERAL TASKS. FOCUS ON FILLING OUT THE FORMS!!!
Phase 4. If you get a call back youre supposed to have an actual interview with actual interview questions. I just completed phase 3 so i don't know if ill get a call or not. Good luck to anyone else out there.