Our selection process
Our selection process is broadly the same for all our graduate and undergraduate opportunities. There, are however, some slight differences, as summarised below:
All graduate programmes
Step 1: Apply online by completing our online candidate questionnaire. This allows us to see whether your personality, skills and aptitudes will fit well into your chosen programme.
Step 2: Online numerical and verbal reasoning tests. These are standard ability tests to see how you can use your numerical and verbal reasoning skills. Find out more about the online tests.
Step 3: Telephone interview. We'll ask you questions about how you have handled a variety of challenging situations. Click here for guidance on how to approach the interview.
Step 4: Assessment centre (half day). A series of exercises designed to discover how you work with others and resolve problems. Find out more about the assessment centre.
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First year internship, penultimate year internship & operations management work placement
Step 1: Apply online by completing our online candidate questionnaire. This allows us to see whether your personality, skills and aptitudes will fit well into your chosen internship or programme.
Step 2: Online numerical and verbal reasoning tests. These are standard ability tests to see how you can use your numerical and verbal reasoning skills. Find out more about the online tests.
Step 3: Telephone interview. We'll ask you questions about how you have handled a variety of challenging situations. Click here for guidance on how to approach the interview.
Step 4: Mini assessment centre. A series of exercises designed to discover how you work with others and resolve problems.
Step 5: Graduate assessment centre (half day). At the end of your internship or placement we may invite you to complete the graduate assessment centre, giving you a chance to secure a place on your chosen programme before your final year. Find out more about the assessment centre.
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