I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at ADP (Maitland, FL) in Jul 2016
Interview
I applied after seeing the posting online, in which I was contact almost immediately the next day. We then set up our first phone interview in which I met with a recruiter for about 30 minutes. The interview was very conventional for a screening, including questions about my background, where I see myself in five years, etc. From there, they noted it would take about a week to hear back. I heard back the next day to set up a video interview. For the video interview it was really laid back, which I liked. I met with one of the heads of the department and just talked about the position and why I would be a good fit. Again, I was told it would take a week or so, but I heard back the next day to set up an in-person interview. The in-person interview was again pretty laid back, in which I met with a man that was pretty high up in the organization. He asked alot about what set me apart, living arrangements, etc. After the face to face interview I was contacted with an offer. It was a very straightforward interview process (which I appreciated).
I would recommend the interviewees to review the interviews and questions on this site, it really put me in a position to be prepared. Also set aside an hour before the interview to take notes on questions and ALWAYS ask questions at the end of the interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why ADP?
How do you work under pressure?
What sets you apart from other applicants?
Where do you see yourself in (X) years?
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at ADP (Elk Grove, IL) in Jul 2016
Interview
A recruiter reached out to me via Indeed, we discussed the position and I had a phone interview with that individual. A few days later I was emailed an assessment to complete and was informed if I did well on it then I would have another phone interview. I was then called by a random 1-800 number and set up the second phone interview, which was not difficult, it included normal interview questions that you can expect. I did well on this interview as well, and a 1-800 number called to scheduled me for a face to face.
Here's where the problems come in....
For the face to face interview, I specifically informed the recruiter I was best available on Mondays. He goes on to inform that an interview can be set up on Monday and then he calls me back and says the only day they can meet is on a Friday. I am all for flexibility but I do believe that the company should be able to work with a candidate's schedules as well.
I arrived for the face to face interview early and was greeted by a male managers that was interviewing me. We had a casual conversation on the journey to the interview room. He asked me how was my drive, seemed harmless. I answered "it was great, besides the city traffic". Then a second female manager comes into the room. They begin to ask me questions like "how much do you make at your current job, describe yourself, what make you a good fit for this position, etc?" Then they begin to ask "where do you live?" "how big is your family?" "does your family work in the city?" and very personal abrasive questions that had nothing to do with my ability to complete a job. I do not remember them even asking me any behavioral or situation questions. RED FLAGS. I am an African American woman that lives in the city, about 45 minutes-1 hour away from the location. When they found this out, I kid you not, they harped on it for about 20 minutes. They told me they did not believe that I would be on time if I was hired. Well didn't I show up to this interview EARLY? Then the male steps out of the room to get talk to his boss, and leaves me in the room with the female. I have my bachelors degree in Sociology, and she says " I know your are planning on going to graduate school because you can't make any money with that degree." Even if that is something she believed, I do not think she should have demeaned my educational background in that manner. It was extremely unprofessional.
I ending up interviewing with their supervisor that day as well, honestly just to go through the motions and remain professional, I knew this company was not for me. This interview process made me extremely uncomfortable and I almost feel like asking about my family and where I lived was illegal interviewing practices. I ended up getting a call a few days later that they moved on with other candidates. Which was so funny to me because I am well qualified for the job, educationally and professionally. I hate to say it, but this definitely was the worst interview experience I have had in my life.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Where do you live? Why do you want to work for ADP? How big is your family?
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I interviewed with two managers together. They were extremely informative about the company and very professional. They had the "lets have a conversation vibe". They also did the whole tactic where you switch roles and you ask them questions, so be prepared and do your research about the company. Overall, it was a great interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What would you change about your current position?