Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Shell as 33.3% positive with a difficulty rating score of 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Graduate Program and Operation Support rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Graduate Program and Operation Support roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at Shell takes an average of 30 days when considering 3 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Materials and Corrosion Engineer had the quickest hiring process (on average 30 days), whereas Materials and Corrosion Engineer roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 30 days).
Here are the most commonly searched roles for interview reports -
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Shell (Londra, Inghilterra) in Mar 2025
Interview
The interview process consisted of a HR Conversation (on the phone), followed by three interviews, two in person (one was technical, the other behavioural, both had the hiring manager in, with an additional interviewer), finally a case study.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Be prepared for technical questions, as well as STAR related answers. Very big on asking what would be done differently if you were to do this again, which was a good reflection.
Tips for Success
- Prepare concrete examples of past experiences that showcase your skills.
- Understand Shell’s business model and how your role contributes to its operations.
- Practice video interviews to improve delivery and confidence.
- Stay updated on industry trends relevant to your role.
It depends on which Department members are conducting the interview. For professional roles the interview is categorized easy to medium difficulty. There were other role specific and behavioral questions. But overall the interview experience was positive.