State Farm considers themselves to operate more like a community than a company. They champion diverse ideas, backgrounds, and approaches as ways to learn from each other, to work together, and to provide excellent service for their customers.
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company was founded in 1922 by Illinois farmer G.J. Mecherle. From that time through the present, the company prides itself on giving back to the communities it serves. While best known for their insurance products, State Farm also offers banking and investment services. State Farm was ranked #36 on the Fortune 500 list of largest companies based on revenue in 2024. It is the #1 auto and homeowner insurer in the United States, and has held those positions for over 50 years.
The best way to apply for a position at State Farm is to go to their website and set up an RPX Portal Profile. You will be asked to apply for specific positions, transmit paperwork, take assessments, and if relevant, upload a business plan all through this portal.
Whether you were recruited to apply for a position, or you apply through the website, you can expect the hiring process to take at least three weeks, and possibly months. You will have to take a number of assessments, and may have multiple interviews.
The first step in the process is a screening interview. You may meet with an HR representative, or you might have your interview over the internet using interviewing technology. During this interview, you will be asked questions about your specific skills and experience as they relate to the position for which you are applying.
You may have to take multiple assessments, determined by the position you are interested in. All applicants will take the State Farm PI Cognitive Assessment (PICA). For the PI Cognitive Assessment, you are given 12 minutes to answer 50 questions which measure your ability to learn and adapt in the working environment. You may also take an SJT, as you are asked to reason through different potential workplace scenarios. Other assessments include a language proficiency test, data entry tests (to test for speed and accuracy), and Microsoft and Excel tests (to determine your level of proficiency with each software).
State Farm sometimes uses the CCAT assessment or the Wonderlic test as well which is pretty parallel to the PI Cognitive Assessment.
The State Farm psychometric test is also known as the KSAO assessment (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics).
The next phase in the process is an interview with a hiring manager, and possibly other members of the team with whom you may be working. You can expect to be asked questions about your prior work experience and how it relates to the position you desire at State Farm. You may also be asked about what you know about State Farm, and to explain how you will be an asset to the company. At this interview, you will be given more details about the job and the work environment. This is also an opportunity for you to ask questions you have about the company, the job, and the work environment.
Your job offer will most likely come through the website portal. Be sure to log-in frequently to check for job offers, or for other positions. When you receive your offer, it will include details about the position, location, salary, and start date.
Below is a sampling of questions you might expect as you interview for a variety of positions at State Farm. Unlike some companies that want to know a lot about you as an individual, most State Farm interviews are reported to be mainly about the position and your ability to successfully fulfill the job duties and responsibilities.
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The best way to prepare for State Farm assessments is to take as many practice tests as you can. Taking multiple practice tests builds your comfort level with the test format and lessens anxiety since you won’t be running into any surprises.
If you are taking math tests, make sure your computation skills are up to speed. You’ll also want to practice using percentages, ratios, and analyzing graphs and other numerical data. For language proficiency tests, you will want to practice your speaking and writing skills.
Discussing different work place scenarios with a friend who is a current employee could help you prepare for the PI LI. Practice tests will increase your comfort level with the format of the test and give you an advantage in knowing what types of answers State Farm is looking for. The more practice tests you take, the easier the PI LI will be for you and the stronger your outcome will be.
As with all job applications, being confident in your strengths and abilities goes a long way toward making a good impression. Take the time to prepare for assessments ahead of time shows the hiring manager you are a strong candidate before they even meet you. Making a great first impression could be what gets you hired.
