I applied online. I interviewed at Cengage (Mason, OH)
Interview
Everyone was very engaging and personable. Easy conversation with the Cengage recruiter, receptionist and interviewers. The process was comfortable, natural, and fast. A really great experience and looking forward to the opportunity ahead. I have worked both for a National company and a family owned business. I like the atmosphere of the small, family owned business and the structure and challenges of a larger national company. I feel Cengage will offer both the challenges and atmosphere I desire in a career choice.
I applied through other source. I interviewed at Cengage (Independence, KY) in Jan 2014
Interview
They make you go through several interviews and complete a project. Sometimes they want a portfolio. I applied 4 times for the position. I know someone else who has gone through the excessive interview process 10 times. They do not seem to value internal experience with the company. The whole process is questionable, as they have passed over extremely qualified internal employees to hire the sister of someone who already works in the department.
Thank you for the feedback. The candidate interview experience is a priority for our recruiting team -this includes making sure candidates have the information they need prior to the interview as well as trying to consolidate the number of interviews into the fewest trips on site as possible. We clearly missed an opportunity to provide you a better experience – this specific feedback with help my team ensure a better experience in the future so again, thank you for taking the time to share.
In regards to the hire, although I cannot speak to any other candidates status and why they were/were not hired, I would be more than happy to facilitate a discussion between you and the recruiter to ensure you have feedback as to why the group chose to pursue other candidates. If you are interested, please email careers@cengage.com and Reference D Muller -Talent Acquisition - Glassdoor and I will get right back to you.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 5 weeks. I interviewed at Cengage (Chicago, IL) in Apr 2014
Interview
I was referred to Cengage Learning through the recommendation of a current employee. Upon completing the application online, I was promptly contacted by Jim McDonough, Regional Sales Manager for Cengage Learning. I was asked to engage in three interviews. Each interview was very thorough and presented me with different opportunities to freely express what I had to offer Cengage Learning as a future employee. Everyone with whom I have spoken to directly or communicated through e-mail has been extremely courteous, timely, and totally honest. I was pleasantly surprised at how smoothly the interview and hiring process has progressed.
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Question 1
I felt very prepared for this interview. There were no unexpected questions or intimidating tactics.