I applied for the position through the company's website on 10/22/2015. On 11/02/2015 I was contacted by HR to schedule a phone interview with three managers. The phone interview was scheduled for 11/04/2015.
The phone interview was about 15 minutes in length and straightforward. I was told about the position, and then was asked to tell them about myself, and why I am interested in the position. I was then allowed ask any questions that I may have.
On 11/10/2015, HR contacted me to schedule an onsite interview for either 11/17/2015 or 11/18/2015. There was also to be a dinner on the evening of 11/16/2015. I was told that the deadline to confirm my interview date was 11/11/2015. I told HR that either date next week would be fine, but I didn't think that's I'd be able to make the dinner. The HR said she'd see what she could do about that.
On 11/12/2015, I was told that my interview had been scheduled for 11/17/2015, and that I'd be receiving an itinerary of that day's events prior to my interview date. I was also told that I wouldn't be required to attend the dinner.
On 11/16/2015, I received my itinerary for my interview on 11/17/2015.
The interview day consisted of three interviews, a lunch, a tour, and salary and benefits wrap up. Each interview was about one hour in length and was conducted with two directors. The conversation was very informal and revolved around getting to know me better. In each of the three interviews, there were to behavioral questions asked. These were rather simple questions such as, "Tell me about a time you had a differing opinion with someone regarding an issue, and how did you resolve it." Lunch is at a sit down restaurant on campus, and consists of mostly small talk. After lunch, you're giving a thirty minute tour of the campus by two people that are currently in the position that you are applying for. This is your opportunity to ask what it's like working there, what they like most/least about it, etc. After lunch, you have a one on one meeting with the main interviewer. The interviewer discusses the company's salary and benefits structure, and then you have an opportunity to ask any closing questions. When that's done, the interviewer will walk you to the lobby. This is another opportunity to engage in small talk and build some rapport.
I was told to expect a decision on the position some time during the first week of December. That evening I sent a thank you email to the interviewers and briefly reaffirmed my interest in the position, and how I believe that my qualification meshed well with what they are looking for.
I had not heard any updates by 12/10/2015, so I decided to email the main interviewer to ask if there were any updates and to reaffirm my interest. I promptly received a response thanking me for my continued interest. The response went on to state that they were still conducting interviews, and that they would have a response next week, after interviewing had concluded.
On 12/23/2015, I received an automated email stating that I was no longer being considered for the position. I sent an email voicing my disappointment in their decision, and thanking them for giving me the opportunity to interview. I also stated that I would continue to monitor their career site for future openings.
Despite not being offered the position, the experience was a very positive one. The interviewers were all friendly and beyond professional. They made me feel very at ease. I'm disappointed that I wasn't offered the position, but it was a great learning experience and I hope to have the opportunity to interview with them again.