1. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.orgImproving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 1 Assessment Centres: What To Expect Presenter’s name Date/Venue IMechE careers workshop

2. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 2 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org University course University and graduation year Relevant work experience Current job role Currently company About me!

3. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 3 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Informal event the evening before Information session on the company An early start! Psychometric testing Technical case study Prioritisation exercise InterviewPresentation Group Exercise What you can expect…

4. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 4 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org F.A.Q’s Why do recruiters hold assessment centres? How many candidates will be there? Where will it be held? What should I wear? To assess in a range of different situations Depends on the employer; could be 5 to 100 Normally at the organisation or a hotel/conference centre Dress smart unless told otherwise

5. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 5 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org All psychometric tests are different. Practise makes perfect. Check out the web … www.psychometric-success.com www.prospects.ac.uk Ask your careers advisors for help. Stay calm! If you can’t answer a question move on and come back if you have time. www.psychometric-success.com www.prospects.ac.uk Psychometric Testing

6. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 6 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Case Study / Interview Used to assess you technically and test your analysis skills Stay calm Prepare by reviewing applicable coursework All the usual interview rules apply Listen to the questions Think before you answer Be concise and accurate

7. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 7 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Presentation Prepared before hand or given time during the day. Remember Eye contact Speak slowly and clearly Introduction, content and conclusion Prepare by going over recent projects or work placements.

8. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 8 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Group Exercise Designed to see how you work as part of a team Make a plan and stick to it Listen to the instructions Keep to the assigned time Think outside the box! Not always about getting your ideas heard – listening skills are just as important! Be yourself! Will probably be one assigned person watching you Be assertive yet diplomatic

9. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 9 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Practise psychometric testing Do your research on the company Look over recent coursework Get a good nights sleep Eat breakfast! Improved concentration = success! Avoid too much coffee, drink water Don’t panicBe yourself! Tips

10. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 10 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Invest your time Any Questions? Ask for feedback Enjoy the journey

11. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 11 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Companies are looking for professional engineering management for the future IMechE membership demonstrates you are actively doing something about your own development Attend local events, network, ask intelligent questions, understand what Professional Registration mean for your career and to your prospective employers. Institution Membership

12. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 12 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Chartered Engineer Incorporated Engineer Engineering Technician Shows Employers that you’ve reached a benchmark standard of professional competency. Internationally recognised and sought after. Acquired though a combination of Academic Qualifications and Professional Development (work experience). Professional Registration

13. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 13 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org Monitored Professional Development Scheme The scheme is an accredited professional development programme that many UK companies actively promote The e-MPDS scheme has a consistently high success rate; 93% go on to become professionally registered. The IMechE has a list on its web site of all e-MPDS companies. Your competence will be assessed at the Professional Review Interview at IMechE. Get Registered! Professional Registration 2

14. Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org 14 Improving the world through engineeringwww.imeche.org If you are in your final year and are not currently receiving the monthly Affiliate newsletter via email, then you are not an IMechE Affiliate or need to update your contact details. Make sure you are an Affiliate by joining now or update your details as soon as you can; membership is free. Contact membership@imeche.org After Graduation you can upgrade to Associate Member and use the post nominal ‘AMIMechE’ after your name. IMechE will contact you when you graduate with all the information you need to upgrade.membership@imeche.org IMechE Membership