GradcoreGradcoreWelcome to your one-stop-shop event information page where we give you the lowdown on everything you need to know about this experience and how to be best prepared.
The job market continues to be very competitive and, regardless of the sector or organisation that you want to work in for placement, this is a fantastic opportunity in which to practice key parts of the recruitment process.
From Friday 10th November look out for an introductory email on from events@gradcore.co.uk.
Followed by an email from hello@assess.digital inviting you to our event platform where you will access your schedule on the day.
This event will be held in-person on campus.
See below for more information about the exercises you will be taking part in and any preparation that is required.
15th November 2023
You will be attending an AM session (09:00-12:45) or PM session (13:15-17:00) (subject to availability).
Your Recruitment Experience Day will be held in-person at Broadcasting Place, you must make your own way there.
On arrival, please report to the Stimulation Board Room – Broadcasting Place 110, where our team will be there to welcome you.
You will take part in the following exercises where you will receive very detailed and personalised feedback that will help you when applying for future roles. Please take time to familiarise yourself with what’s involved for each exercise and click here to see some of the key competencies that employers would like you to demonstrate in this process.
You will take part in a 30 minute workshop where we will share best practice and help you prepare for an interview.
You will take part in a 1:1 interview, which will last 10-15 minutes. This will give you an insight into the types of questions that an employer will ask. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions.
The group exercise is a collaborative task where you will work together as a group on a time-sensitive task. You will be presented with a scenario that requires you to make decisions and contribute your suggestions. As a group, you will review, discuss, and agree on what actions to take. You will then share these actions with the assessor, along with a brief explanation of your rationale.
You will not be given a brief in advance for this exercise
