Graduate Trainee applicants have rated the interview process at HSBC with 2.7 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 64.7% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Graduate Trainee roles take an average of 24 days to get hired, when considering 10 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at HSBC overall takes an average of 30 days.
Common stages of the interview process at HSBC as a Graduate Trainee according to 10 Glassdoor interviews include:
Personality test: 24%
Phone interview: 18%
Skills test: 18%
Other: 12%
Background check: 12%
One on one interview: 6%
IQ intelligence test: 6%
Presentation: 6%
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I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at HSBC in Nov 2020
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I had completed two stages of the interview process at the moment. Both of them mainly consist of scenerio-based questions, such as prioritising the actions you would take/ your feeling/ thought, writing an email.
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Some relevant materials are given, and the candidate is required to plan the weekly schedule.
Had a smooth interview process with interesting and thoughtful questions. Although I couldn’t clear the second round, it was a great learning experience that helped me identify areas for improvement.
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Basic interview question, Mostly were from core computer science questions
The HSBC interview process typically includes an online application, followed by online assessments (situational judgment and cognitive tests). Shortlisted candidates are invited to a digital interview or phone screening. Final stages usually involve an assessment centre with group exercises, case studies, and competency-based interviews before receiving an offer.
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Tell me about a time you worked in a diverse team. How did you ensure collaboration and achieve the goal？
A group interview involves multiple candidates assessed together. It includes introductions, group discussions, problem-solving tasks, and individual responses. Employers observe teamwork, communication, leadership, and adaptability to identify the best fit