I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Principal Financial Group (Des Moines, IA) in Apr 2015
Interview
I was offered a phone interview after applying online. Interview was very friendly and relaxed. Principal doesn't ask coding questions during internship interviews. The questions are more behavioral. They consider freshman and sophomores along with juniors for IT internships. You apply for a general IT internship and the specific role is determined after the interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell about a time that you had to explain something technical.
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Principal Financial Group (Columbus, OH) in Dec 2019
Interview
After selection from applications, completed a Hogan Personality Assesment, then did a prerecorded interview. It was very convenient, able to complete it on my own time and could stop and begin again at a later time. I had plenty of time to consider the questions and form my answers and 3 tries to record my response. On-demand support for the actual interview website (Modern Hire) was lacking, however.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain a time when you had a conflict with another person where it was critical you worked together. How did you navigate this relationship?
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Principal Financial Group (Des Moines, IA) in Nov 2017
Interview
Interview process wasn't too bad. The employees and HR dept. are very helpful and friendly. They ask about your past projects and generic interview questions. Online questionnaire and then on-site interview. Having a family connection to the company probably helps.
I applied online. I interviewed at Principal Financial Group (Des Moines, IA) in May 2017
Interview
Nothing out of the norm. Asked basic questions that you would expect in any interview. The people seemed very professional. Talked about the company and the business culture.
