Careers - GUIDE TO APPRENTICESHIPS

− How do you cope under pressure? − Why have you had so many jobs/only one job? − What did you do in your last job? − How do you spend your spare time? What are your hobbies? − What are you looking for in a new job? − What would your ideal job be? − Are you considering any other positions at the moment? − Describe your main achievements − Where do you see yourself in 5/10/15 years’ time? − What is your career plan? − What sort of training have you undertaken in your present job? − Have you any questions you would like to ask?

Ask your own questions It is a good idea to prepare some questions of your own to ask the panel, here are some examples; - How would you describe the company culture and management style? - What would a current employee say the best thing about working at… is? - What can I expect from you in terms of development and support? - How can I in my role help my team achieve the organisational objectives? - What aspirations do you have for me at the company? - Where will the job fit into the team structure?

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JOB INTERVIEWS