Tesla Motors Inc Mock Interview

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Question 29 of 35

Tesla is constantly innovating in Research and Development. What exposure have you had working in an environment like this?

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James McMechan has over 30 years of management experience, primarily in the hospitality and auto industries. He has interviewed hundreds of applicants and trained effective and engaged employees.

Most positions in R & D require particular skill sets and formal educational training. The interviewer wants to understand the specifics of what you have indicated on your resume. This is an opportunity to discuss your experiences and reassure the hiring manager of your capabilities. Be enthusiastic when reviewing specifics. As Elon Musk says, "A company... is only as good as its people and how excited they are about creating." So show your passion and creativity as you continue your career in this field.

James McMechan

James McMechan has over 30 years of management experience, primarily in the hospitality and auto industries. He has interviewed hundreds of applicants and trained effective and engaged employees.

"I have four years of education in robotic engineering and a minor in electrical engineering. I interned at Apple for two years before returning to school to work on my master's. At Apple, I worked in a sterile environment and on several Research teams. I love to be creative and think outside the box."

James McMechan

James McMechan has over 30 years of management experience, primarily in the hospitality and auto industries. He has interviewed hundreds of applicants and trained effective and engaged employees.

"I have extensive experience working in research departments. I spent a great deal of time being the liaison between the University Sciences and Apple in a dedicated recruiting internship, where we asked the brightest engineers to join us in a program that allowed them to go to school and still get paid working part-time for us."

Kevin Downey

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.

"My only experience was when I interned at research and development during my senior year at M.I.T."

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35Tesla Interview Questions & Answers

Compatibility

1.At Tesla Motors, we seek individuals with a keen interest in the automobile industry. What interests you most about what we do?

Career Goals

2.At Tesla Motors, we like to hire employees who see a future in the automobile industry. Where do you see this position taking you?

Compatibility

3.Tesla Motors is a leading maker of electric vehicles. How familiar are you with Tesla and what we are about?

Compatibility

4.I see you have recently worked for one of our direct competitors. Do you have a non-compete agreement in place?

Diversity

5.At Tesla, we are committed to an inclusive hiring practice. Share with me a time you worked with someone from a different background.

Experience

6.At Tesla Motors, we set daily, weekly, and monthly targets for all of our sales employees. Have you worked with very specific KPI's?

Compatibility

7.This position requires a lot of repetition and may mean that you will need to have prolonged periods of standing. Is there anything that might prevent you from fulfilling your job requirements?

Discovery

8.Tesla believes in contributing to the welfare of the community. Tell us about a charity or cause that is dear to your heart and why you are involved with them.

Salary

9.Tesla is one of the few automobile manufacturers that does not pay commissions for its sales force. What are your salary expectations?

Salary

10.Tesla believes in offering a comprehensive benefits program for all its employees. What kind of benefits package are you receiving from your present employer?

Discovery

11.In three words, describe three qualities you would most like me to know about you.

Problem Solving

12.Tesla seeks to provide a safe and accident-free environment. Tell me about a safety situation you were involved in and what you did to correct it.

Customer Service

13.At Tesla Motors, we have a lot of pride in our customer service and strive to go above and beyond expectations. How do you go above and beyond for your clientele?

Teamwork

14.This position will require you to work with employees and supervisors from other departments. Share with me a time you had to work with another department.

Teamwork

15.Have you ever had a conflict with a boss or professor? How was it resolved?

Situational

16.We are moving quickly into second interviews. What is your availability like over the next few days?

Leadership

17.What would you say is your leadership philosophy? How do you motivate others on your team?

Discovery

18.Looking at your resume, I see multiple gaps between employment. What were you doing during those gaps?

Experience

19.The position you are applying for involves extensive inventory management experience. Share with me your exposure to this area.

Compatibility

20.This position will require us to perform a background check and a drug screen. Are you aware of any issue that might hinder you in this matter?

Diligence

21.This position requires a great deal of attention to detail. Share a time you had to stay focused on a task, and explain how you did so.

Compatibility

22.This position will require some international travel. Is there any issue that you might have with that part of the job?

Experience

23.At Tesla, we believe in a sales process. Can you share with me what you believe the sales process is?

Behavioral

24.Sales can move at a pretty hectic pace. Would you describe yourself as a structured person, or do you go with the flow?

Experience

25.Share with me your favorite closing technique.

Critical Thinking

26.Tell me about a time you took the initiative to improve work-related procedures.

Compatibility

27.The position you are applying for requires a uniform and personal appearance standards. Share with me any issue that might prevent you from wearing a polo shirt or dark slacks.

Compatibility

28.The position you are applying for requires you to handle customers' private information. Share with me any experience you have in these matters.

Experience

29.Tesla is constantly innovating in Research and Development. What exposure have you had working in an environment like this?

Experience

30.Share with me how familiar you are with Social Media applications.

Problem Solving

31.You're in a row boat, which is in a large tank filled with water. You have an anchor on board, which you throw overboard. Does the water level in the tank rise or fall?

Behavioral

32.We have seen a lot of people like you. What makes you different?

Behavioral

33.If I asked you to quit your job and start working at Tesla tomorrow, what are three things your manager would miss about you?

Behavioral

34.How do you cope with repetition?

Problem Solving

35.There is a person on the surface of the Earth. They walk one mile south, one mile west, and one mile north. They end up exactly where they started. Where are they?