Application Process & Interviews at Queensland Government Digital Graduate Program

Recruitment in my workplace follows a strict process. It all feels very secretive to avoid any conflicts of interest. However, the selection process is based on order of merit which can create opportunities.

The interview process was very welcoming and felt natural.

It was pretty straightforward, no stupid assessments, no unnecessary forms. we just had to fill a form and had to upload an Youtube video's link, introducing myself. Then in an interview I was asked about my previous experience and my skillset related to the job that agency was looking for. Once you crack that, they do the background checks and that's it

Hiring process was relatively responsive, but could be somewhat better. Could use greater visibility on application process and down-time. (E.g., "Your application is being reviewed by TMR, etc.")

The hiring process was great I enjoyed the interviews and they were very interactive and recruited great people with me. However the only issue which is a great fail in my opinion is the time it took to get feedback that I was successful since my first phone call it took almost 6 months to get the final word with 2 other online Teams interviews so I guess they had to make sure they only recruited the best but it took a very long time and if something else came past I might have grabbed that first.

This process was different to other positions, particularly because this was part of a program rather than an individual position. Once through the program needs (forms, introduction video etc), there process was very quick doing a Teams interview with a two-person panel and then an informal phone call. I was hired within the space of two-weeks after initial contact.

quick and straight forward

Virtual interview

During my application I had to complete an aptitude assessment. Interview process was a bit slow at times (2 months from when I sent in my resume to when I started in the position).

Resume, cover letter, plus expression of interest. One round of interviews, no additional assessment. Formal offer of position afterward.

2 sections -behavioural/technical questions -practical assessment

The interview process was straight forward and simple.

Generic. Nothing out of the ordinary

Graduate role: What are you strengths? Weaknesses? What makes you the ideal candidate. Environmental Coordinator role: What is the importance of change and release management? How do you deal with conflict? What tools do you use?

The questions I was asked were about my past experience when working on group projects and what tools I had used previously.

I had 3 or 4 interviews with various members of the current team. Questions were varied between technical and not technical and it felt really good and balanced they did not just focus on technical skills but also tried to get to know me and how I approach problems in the work environment and how I deal with hard projects and difficult people.

General interview questions such as, how would you approach problem, working in teams and managing workload. There were some questions about my background and willingness to learn/explore different areas adjacent to my professional training.

Can't recall

Something about what to do when a server room gets compromised. And tell them about myself.

History with certain relevant technologies, how I work in a team. Discussed my previous projects.

One scenario with ten minutes perusal around example work. Shorter questions around software development with examples wanted. Shorter questions around cultural fit with examples wanted.

What is the difference between TCP/UDP Give an example of when you work well in __________.

Basic problem solving questions (I started on the service desk and moved to network operations), questions about communications skills etc.

Situational and behavioural type questions.

Ensure that your resume and cover letter are concise and address as much of the criteria on the job add as possible. In you resume, detail the tasks required in your work history and what doing them has helped you achieve. In saying this, prepare well for scenario based questions and be ready to answer them following the STAR method. Your ability to tell stories has the potential to land jobs. Lastly, seek feedback if you are both successful and unsuccessful to help with your next application.

Please focus on your video, it plays an important role in assessing the kind of person you are. Focus on building a good resume according to the requirement of the graduate program.

Record and produce your intro video well. Reach out and talk to the hiring managers and learn more about the place.

Make sure you perform at your best be yourself during interviews and tell the truth. Dont try and act and be someone you are not.

Do your research if you have information about the area that is interviewing you. Know what you are 'selling' about yourself, make sure the pitch agrees with how you want to approach the job if you get it.

nothing outside of ordinary professionalism and good communication

Just be yourself. Come with a genuine interest in cyber security and be open to learning.

ALWAYS follow the STAR method for interviews and cover letters. Be able to provide a response for every required skill or responsibility listed on the position description.

Know your software development lifecycle, and definitely have examples ready for everything.

Just show that you're interested, highly motivated, keen to put in the effort. Create a pitch for yourself, so you can tell them who you are, your interests etc. It's a professional way to start an interview. Practise STAR responses for general behavioural questions and cement the answers in your head so when asked, you can fluently talk about it.

If you know what you are talking about you will have no issues. Be confident and sell yourself.

Just make sure you are organised and prepare so you can answer the questions that the interviewers are asking.