Application Process & Interviews at BAT Australia

As a Graduate. I applied online, then completed an online assessment. After progressing through that stage, I received a phone interview with the global HR team. After progressing through the interview there was a social night and assessment centre held in Sydney. At the end of the assessment centre I received an interview that day. Finally, I had another virtual interview with the Head of Department and HR before receiving the offer

Once you apply online, you need to complete online assessments. Once that's done, you are invited to a phone interview. Next stage is the AC (but they organise a cool social night for all candidates who have made it to this stage) and there were three stages: one group activity and two individual activities. On the same day of the AC, I was invited to an interview. Then I had a final interview with the director on a different day

The interview and assessment process was very diligent making sure that you were suited not only to the business but also the culture. The HR team was very helpful giving timely updates throughout the whole process

Online psychometric testing, assessment centre and interviews

Very clear, friendly contacts

Online submission, online testing, phone interview, assessment centre then face-to-face interview

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Why did you want to join this company? With your experience why did you choose this department? Tells us about a time you displayed leadership skills

Asked about previous work and scope

What do you think is a good quality about yourself? Where do you see room for improvement? Tell us a bit about your community service through university? How are you resilient? Tell us about yourself? What do you like about the company?

What do you think about working for a tobacco company? Tell us about yourself.

What are your strengths and weakness? Where have you shown teamwork? Where have you shown resilience? Where was a time you pushed back?

Was asked about my studies, my hobbies and skills

What are some hobbies? What are challenges you've faced and how did you overcome them? Who is your role model?

What are some hobbies? What are challenges you've faced and how did you overcome them? Who is your role model?

What are your strengths and weaknesses? What do you think about working for a tobacco industry?

Be authentic.

Be yourself and don't be afraid to speak up. Be confident about your opinions but don't be a know it all. Talk about your life experiences and not just your education

Interpersonal skills, teamwork and out-of-the-box thinking

Research about the company and the industry before you apply. Think about how you can stand out among other candidates since having high marks in university is not everything. Show that you are passionate, good at working as a team and be humble

Be yourself & don't be afraid to put your own opinions forward. Respect everyone in the room as everyone

Know what you want to get out of your career and have some goals whether it be in 5-15 years' time. Have a direction in mind and be aware of your development areas

Learn about the industry

Be honest.