Conditions for entering famous foreign companies

Similar to previous campus job fairs, when a company just set up a booth on campus, it was immediately surrounded by a swarm of students. However, there were only a few students who could successfully sign contracts. I was very aware of current affairs and avoided the period of fierce competition. One month before graduation, I found the contact information of Express Company on the Internet, so I called directly to inquire about recruitment matters, and then received the application notice.

I did not encounter the common intelligence tests or weird tests used in recruitment by well-known companies, and the examiner did not make things difficult for me. We talked about my excellent graduation thesis, and the examiner asked some questions about finance. Gradually entering the state, I thought it was time to recommend myself. I emphasized my ability in computer software, my self-taught French, and I took the opportunity to show off my fluent English.

The so-called "spirit can be seen in the subtleties". At critical moments, I had to learn to watch people's actions and be cautious. Keep it as small as possible. Because, maybe it is such small details that make or break my luck. The most important thing is to be generous and decent and have a peaceful mind.

These are the lessons I learned from my previous defeat at Procter & Gamble. I had participated in an interview with Procter & Gamble before. When I got to the last level, I failed because my nervousness affected my performance, so I want to tell those who are preparing to apply. People should be calm and calm.

When I left, I saw that the examiners were quite satisfied, and I felt confident. Sure enough, a few days after the interview, I received the admission notice.

Speaking from experience

What I realized the most during the interview is that you must be sincere and treat the examiner sincerely. You must answer truthfully about your personal abilities and qualities, personality, interests and hobbies. During the interview, I encountered a question that I couldn't answer. Although it was a bit embarrassing, I frankly told the examiner that I couldn't answer it. After all, everyone has their own weaknesses, so there is a need to continue learning. The examiners are all experienced in the examination room. , you have developed a sharp eye, so don't pretend to understand. The most embarrassing thing is to be exposed.

Fiona: I am a creative little scalper

Graduated from South China University of Technology and currently working in IBM hardware product sales

Application process

Me I saw IBM's recruitment in school, sent my resume online, and then followed a step-by-step written test and interview. IBM has a good reputation among students. Everyone knows that this company has very high requirements and the possibility of being selected is very low. I had the mentality of giving it a try at the beginning, so I was very calm and had no special preparations. The written test is difficult, there are many intellectual questions, and the test is very large, all in English. Although my English is very good, the time is very tight and I am not sure about many things.

Unexpectedly, I received an interview notice soon. I suddenly became more confident and understood that things that are difficult for me are also difficult for others. So I started to formally prepare for the second round of exams. This time I had pressure and goals, so I couldn't help but feel nervous. But I also have my own advantages. I have a master's degree from South China University of Technology, which gives me academic advantages. In addition, in school, I participated in many social activities and projects, and had a lot of cooperation with outsiders, so I accumulated the skills to deal with pressure calmly. Ability, ability to grasp timing, level of coordination and team spirit. IBM is a company that emphasizes innovation. I need to tell the examiner my understanding of this concept, so during the interview, I boldly used an introduction: "I am a creative little scalper, down-to-earth, but not pedantic. "Stick to the past", integrating my unique feelings about IBM and my own positioning. Later I thought about it, maybe the reason why I got into IBM was largely because my words impressed the examiner.

Speaking from experience

I think college students should pay attention to whether their personality is compatible with the corporate culture when applying for jobs. IBM's corporate principles are integrity and responsibility, innovation first, and customer success. Therefore, before applying for IBM, you must check whether you are a person who loves life, be proactive, and have the courage to innovate, and whether you have basic qualities and abilities, such as English proficiency and professional level. In addition, you should pay attention to your words and deeds during the interview, and be calm and collected. The examiners have rich experience, and they can see a person's quality from the details.

Li Haitang: You must have continuous motivation to do things

After graduating from Sun Yat-sen University in Business Administration in 2003, he joined Guangzhou Pepsi-Cola Beverage Co., Ltd.

Application process

I like the taste of Coke and the lingering fragrance on my lips and teeth. Of course, choosing Pepsi-Cola is not just for drinking Coke, but because I want to join this Fortune 500 company and receive experience from a strong international brand. However, it's not as easy as drinking a bottle of Coke.

I submitted my resume at Pepsi's campus job fair. After passing the written test, I finally received an interview notice from Pepsi.

We were interviewed by three brand managers from Pepsi, 7-up, and Mirinda. The interview method was a group discussion, discussing the history of PepsiCo, the current market competition situation, the development strategy of the Pepsi brand, and marketing methods and office philosophy, etc. The examiner first divided our dozens of applicants into several groups. There are 8 people in my group. Everyone has different educational backgrounds, including graduate students, MBA students, overseas returnees, and of course undergraduates, like me, but this is not important. Now everyone is on the same level.

Group discussion is obviously much better than fighting alone, and it comes naturally. The examiners were very kind and always encouraged us to express our opinions freely. Our group had a very heated discussion, and in the end everyone was a little red-faced, and it lasted more than 2 hours.

Later I got a ticket to PepsiCo, and the examiner who interviewed me at that time also became my boss. In subsequent contacts, I finally learned that the main reason why Pepsi chose me was that I have a continuous drive to do things, which is in line with Pepsi's requirements for employee quality. Constantly pursue beautiful things in life and work, and use the greatest momentum to realize your ideals. This is the essence of Pepsi's brand spirit and the beauty of the quality of Pepsi's employees.