I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at PTC
Interview
Fast, on point, only one round (without the HR one). It was focused on my previous experience and how it was applied to the role I was interviewed for. The end
first interview simple questions in c a very nice interviewer who gave a good feeling also when I didn't know.
Second interview higher level questions.
Third interview with the team manger and forth with the HR
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
what is the difference between a compiler an a linker? What parameters will we need to implement a sort function for all data types.
Had one HR behavioral phone interview. They were at least 5 minutes late to the interview. Some of the questions I also felt made no sense for an intern position and would just filter for people who can make up a story on the spot (see first example question).
I received a congratulatory email saying I passed, to which I was pleasantly surprised, but I soon realized the email was addressed to the wrong person. It took the HR person several days to even notice and respond saying it was a mistake and that I would get an update on "next steps" later. Then over a week later they sent me the robotic, copy-paste rejection email
This was an unprofessional and inconsiderate interview experience. I will not be applying to PTC again.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q: Tell me about a time you had to make an important decision really quickly that would affect a lot of people
Q: Tell me about a time you had to work hard to get something started