Mohd Arif: Placed at Larsen and Toubro Limited

27th August 2024

I am Mohd Arif from Sustainable Energy Engineering Department, IIT Kanpur. My Roll No. is 22129010. I got placed in L&T as a Post Graduate Engineer Trainee., studying in IIT Kanpur will be joining L&T Post Graduate Engineer Trainee. Here are some brief insights.

Shortlisted Profiles & Companies:

  1. Godrej & Boyce 2. SECI 3. GIST

Selection Process of the Company you are selected in 1) Resume Shortlist, 2) GD, 3)Test

  1. Resume shortlist 2. Technical Test 3. Technical Interview & HR Interview 4. Medical Test

Insights on the interview process

The interview predominantly focused on technical aspects. Hailing from the Sustainable Energy Engineering department, I found myself fielding questions centered around solar related projects highlighted in my resume. The panel delved deep into these projects, scrutinizing their intricacies. Subsequently, I encountered inquiries regarding fundamental concepts in solar technology. Following the technical segment, the HR representative posed several basic HR-related questions, bridging the gap between technical expertise and interpersonal skills.

Sample Interview Questions?

  1. What are different solar angles? 2. How will you calculate the capacity of the solar plant required for a particular building? 3. What is the use of diodes in the string of solar panels? 4. Describe about summer and winter solstice. And some more questions….

Preparation Resources

  1. Coursera solar courses 2. Online material available on YouTube 3. Lab course- Introduction to Sustainable Energy Technologies

Advice for students (do's and don'ts)

  1. Prepare your resume thoroughly 2. Practice interview with yourself by recording yourself on camera 3. Don’t lose hope during placements, shortlist will come 4. The interview is just a discussion between you and the other person

Contact

Students' Placement office
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IIT Kanpur, Kanpur-208016
Phone no.: +91 512 259 44 33/34
Email:spo@iitk.ac.in

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