Entry-Level HR Business Partner Interview Preparation Guide
HR Business Partner
Microsoft
entry
4 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Entry-level HR Business Partner interviews typically follow a 3-4 round process including an initial recruiter screening, phone-based behavioral and HR knowledge assessment, and onsite rounds focusing on HR competencies, business acumen, stakeholder management, and cultural fit. For entry-level candidates, interviews emphasize foundational HR knowledge, ability to learn HR business partnership skills, communication abilities, and alignment with company values.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min4 focus topicsculture fit
2
Phone Interview - HR Knowledge and Behavioral
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
3
Onsite Round 1 - HR Scenario and Case Discussion
75 min4 focus topicscase study
4
Onsite Round 2 - Interview with Hiring Manager and Cultural Fit
60 min4 focus topicsculture fit