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I applied online. I interviewed at PPD (Philadelphia, PA) in Jul 2021
Interview
The HR recruiter provided the basics of the job description. The interview was virtual and well organized. There was recommended interview preparation that was helpful. The questions were STAR based asking for examples of a situation, task, action and result.
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Can you describe a time when you anticipated a question or need of the sponsor before they asked?
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at PPD in Jul 2021
Interview
Interviewed with three individuals, answering lots of STAR format questions. They answered al questions I had, and all were cordial. Two of the three were fantastic, friendly people, and the other one was friendly, although not as personable.
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Describe a time that you made a mistake in your work, and how you went about fixing that mistake.
I was asked three questions only. No questions regarding about myself. He just asked about my expected salary. Then he presented the offer of the company which is below my expectation. He then asked me if i will accept the offer.