Application Process & Interviews at Capgemini Australia and New Zealand

I personally had to go through an assessment centre and then a 1 on 1 interview afterward: - Assessment Centre: We had to work in a group to present a case study to the assessors roleplaying as clients - 1 on 1 Interview: I had to present the case study here as well and afterward they proceed to ask me a few questions

I networked with the grad program manager and gave him my resume directly. After that, I received a call from the HR director (Janani) who invited me to a group interview. During the group interview, there was around 9 applicants and we were given a task to create a draft-plan of an auditorium and generate a rough estimate of what it would cost. I believe it was to see how we work together in a group. After that, I believe some were given offers based on their performance in the group task whilst the others were given the opportunity of being sent into a breakout room with a capgemini senior manager where we were given a one-on-one 'interview' in the same session as our group interview. In this, I had a interview with the senior manager who was friendly. He asked me "Tell me about yourself?", asked me a question on if I had a lot of responsibilities and tasks to do, how would I go about working on it? I answered that I would prioritise them, ask for help etc and maybe work overtime to get it done. He said I answered well but cautioned me on working outside of work because that leads to burnout. Outside of that, he asked me about my previous role as an auditor. After that I received an offer after a week.

The hiring process involved attending a 2 hour virtual graduate assessment center where you had to work on a case study together with fellow interviewees. Following that, you were sent another case study to work on and present back to a panel of two judges, which was followed by a personal interview.

Technical interviews and culture-fit interview

The interview consisted of a group interview and a personal interview. Without spoiling too much, the group interview is used to test certain aspects of a potential recruit which may be missed during a standard interview. Typically you will also have communications with a recruiter before and after the interview. There may be radio silence, particularly prior to being accepted into the company. I think this is largely due to all of the applicants Australia-wide being processed.

The interview process was relatively similar to other companies although a contact was provided for trans and gender diverse people to reach out to if needed which was amazing and supportive. The application process took longer than I would have liked. Otherwise it was great

I went through 2 rounds of interview, one with the Human Resources and one with the director of the department that I was being hired for. I interviews were 45 minutes each and explored in depth about my capability to execute the responsibilities of the role I was being hired for.

After application there was a few weeks pause and then I received a call that I've been moved to the next section of the recruitment process. I chose a time for the virtual assessment centre where I did a group case study. Once that was complete I did an individual interview with a manager from the business line I would be working in. That interview was in 2 parts: 1. presenting the case study with visuals and 2. a conversation on uni/work history

Friednly

Capgemini's interview process typically includes multiple rounds, such as initial screening, technical interviews. Technical assessments may involve problem-solving, coding challenges, or case studies, depending on the role. The process aims to evaluate technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit. Specific details may vary by position and location.

Just a quick phone call to discuss a proper interview time and date. The interview itself was more behavioural than technical which is appreciated.

From what I can remember at the top of my head - What do you think our company does? - What would you like to get out of this program? - Did you know much about consulting beforehand? - What are some skills you can bring to the table?

"Tell me about yourself?" "If you had a lot of tasks and responsibilities, how would approach tackling them?"

The questions were along the lines of this: - Tell me a bit about yourself? - Why do you want to work at Capgemini? - Why do you think you are a good candidate for this role? - Can you describe an example of how you demonstrated leadership? - Can you describe a time where you have encountered conflict and how did you manage this? - Any questions for us?

I will focus on my final one-on-one interview. I was asked about my prior experience, goals, and knowledge. I was also asked how willing I was to learning/developing certain skills.

Specifics elude my memory however one question that stood out to me was being asked how a group interview task went. This task was designed to be difficult and not fully achievable in the time given. When asked about how it went I answered that it was difficult and I am not sure. Later I was told this was an important answer as they are looking for people who are willing to admit they are wrong sometimes

Questions pertaining my education, work experience, internships, projects. Problem solving questions, scenario based questions, and behavioral assessment ones.

In our virtual assessment centre we were asked to answer some business case questions based on a case study. There were around 4-5 short answer questions with recommendations on how to better the business (based on a "client" case study) In the 1:1 interviews, I presented my findings based on the continuation of the case study and the manager asked some questions on my approach. The second part of that interview was based on the traditional questions that people ask in interviews ie. Tell us about your experience in your previous role/at uni, what do you hope to achieve in the first year here etc.

Relevant ones?

About my interests and hobbies. My career goal and the path I want to follow.

Some things I have done: - List down any experiences you can: part time work, sports, volunteering even planning for a trip - Work on those soft skills (IMPORTANT): collaborate, communicate and empathise - During the Assessment centre: Do not overpower everyone during a discussion and try to get people who haven't said much to give their ideas

I recommend researching online about group interviews and practicing them by yourself/with friends/ or even by going to group interviews at other companies. The more you do it, the better you will do. Practicing common behavioural questions utilising the STAR method was vital for me to receive offers. I believe being confident but not cocky, showing a growth mindset and a willingness to work with others and learn from others as well as an interest in the long term prospects of staying with Capgemini will be more than enough to do well in the interview.

My advice for the interview process is to be your genuine self, the company really appreciates and welcomes authenticity. A good way to prepare would be to read up on Capgemini, their ventures, interests, values and standing. Have a good think also about what you could bring to the table and how your passions/goals align with the companies.

Just be yourself!

Don't approach it as a normal corporate job. If you are a graduate, remember that they are investing in people. You are not there to promote yourself, you're there to be yourself.

Be willing to be unsure, talk to what you know rather than trying to guess what they want you to know.

I would recommend the candidates to be clear about the role they are applying for and the reasons for application. How they see themselves grow in that role and what were their motivations. A brief understanding about the company and role they are applying for is necessary. They should be well versed with their resume points to be able to answer any questions that may be asked from their resume. Building a shareable portfolio of projects is also helpful.

Look at business case study's on maximising business profit in a holistic way (tech, people, process) and based on what you want to focus on in terms of roles ie. BA, UX/UI have a look at examples of assessment centres and have a go. In portfolio based roles, I'd highly suggest creating a folio to have on hand or even linked to your LinkedIn. Other than that, practise the basic interview questions and reflect on where you want to be in a year!

Be yourself

Research the company. Tailor your application. Prepare for technical and behavioral questions. Showcase soft skills. Ask thoughtful questions. Network if possible. Send a thank-you email post-interview.