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Cooley Summer Vacation Scheme - 2024  

What was the full recruitment process?         

1. Application

2. Watson Glaser

3. Online interview

4. Assessment centre

Which aspect does this report cover?

Online interview

Where did the interview take place?            

Zoom 

What did the interview involve?  

It was a 30 minute interview with two associates (their names were told to me prior to the interview). ~20 minutes were allocated for scripted questions and ~10-15 minutes were allocated for me to ask questions. 

The interview format was primarily focused on competency-based questions (i.e. showcasing evidence of strengths and behaviours tailored to Cooley). The interviewers asked around 6 scripted questions, with some following the format: "Thinking about 'x' competency/ies, tell us a time when...". 

At the start of the interview, I was advised not to repeat any examples used in my application.

In particular, the scripted questions I was asked included:

I was also asked the following non-scripted questions:

Throughout, the associates asked follow-up questions for clarification. The questions primarily focused on seeking more specific details about the roles I mentioned, including regarding my individual impact and how I added value to the situations. 

What was the outcome?                                                    

I received an email a week later to inform me that I had been unsuccessful, and was given the option to schedule a feedback call. 

If unsuccessful, I strongly advise that you take up the offer for a feedback call; it was one of the most detailed and enjoyable feedback calls I’ve experienced. 

Do you have any specific advice on how to prepare? 

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