Be yourself (at your best)
Assessment centres tend to get the pulse racing. But at FreshMinds Talent we’ll make sure you get there calm, confident and very well-prepared.
What are they?
- Assessment centres are part of the recruitment process used by many graduate employers
- They let the employer see more of the real you – how you react to different scenarios, how you interact with other people
- Lasting usually one day, or sometimes two, they are used to test a range of your skills in group and individual activities
- Tasks can include group exercises, psychometric tests, case studies, presentations and interviews
The FreshMinds guide to excelling at assessment centres
Stay calm
- Assessment centres use a number of different components, so if one doesn’t go completely to plan, don’t panic.
- Being strong in most areas and under-achieving in one won’t rule you out
- The assessors may still pass you with notes of areas for development
Ask questions
- If you get the chance, talk to someone from the firm about their job
- Find out how their role fits into the company Get a sense of what it is actually like to work there
Be enthusiastic
- Show your potential employer through actions and words how much you want the job
- Assessment centres are tiring, so get a good night’s sleep and keep your energy levels up through the day with the right food and drink
- This could be your only chance to impress, so make the most of it
Be engaging
- Employers look for candidates that they will enjoy working with
- Use every opportunity to talk to people at the company and find out about their roles and the industry
- If the assessors enjoy spending time with you, you’ll be one step ahead before the exercises even start
Be professional
- The first impressions rule still applies, so dress smartly
- You’ll be observed throughout the assessment centre, even when you think you’re not Relax, enjoy yourself but remember to be mature and professional throughout
Feel confident
- Assessment centres usually take place after first round interviews So getting to one shows you’ve got something the employer likes Use that confidence to be yourself at your best