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Applications and Interviews

Chemistry, September 2012

Aims of Session

Competency Criteria for IP Recruitment with Relevant IndicatorsPre-selection Criteria (GSK)

More Competencies from GSK…..

GSK will also ask about……

Sources of vacancies/info 1

Sources of vacancies/info 2

Develop your experience abroad

Speculative Approaches in job hunting

Networking

Alternative Options

General Application Tips

Your CV (and AF) – Basic Tips

Examples of CV styles

What should a CV contain?

Ernie the Cat is worried….

In human terms……

What should a CV contain?

Other possible headings

Example Personal Statement 1

Example Personal Statement 2

What should your covering letter include?

Is an email covering letter different?

Application forms – what do employers look for?

HO2 (nsg)…

G

B

VB

The Star Technique

Why are you applying to us?

On-line tests

What can you expect?

Types of questions

Hypothetical/Situational

Types of questions

Behavioural/Competence

Types of questions

Strengths-based questions

Types of questions

Technical Questions

Examples of general technical questions

Examples of technical questions (for placement)

Examples of technical questions (for graduates)

Types of questions

Other methods of selection

The Weakness Question

Weaknesses before and after image consultant treatment 1

Weaknesses before and after image consultant treatment 2

Your questions for them…

Avoid asking questions which:

Preparation for Interview

At the Interview-tips

At the Interview- more tips

After the interview

Sources of help