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%
Background check: 12%
Other: 12%
IQ intelligence test: 6%
One on one interview: 6%
Presentation: 6%
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I applied online. I interviewed at HSBC (London, England)
Interview
three rounds of interview
numerical stage included with case study
final stage on zoom and one hour of questions
spoke with the previous graduates
overall a very pleasant experience and culture is really good
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.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
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.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
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