Job Interview
Arriving well-prepared for an interview
If you have been invited to an interview, you have already overcome a big hurdle on your way to a new job: We think your application is so interesting that we would like to get to know you better. The interview is a great opportunity to present your own interests and skills.
At DHL, an interview usually lasts between 30 and 60 minutes. Normally, an employee from the department for which you have applied attends the interview along with someone from the personnel department who leads the interview.
The interview begins with questions about your resume, which you sent us as part of your application. The interview gives you the opportunity to describe in detail stages in your professional career that were particularly important for you.
Afterward, you will be asked about your professional experience: What were your responsibilities and what did you enjoy about them? What are your strengths? Why are you especially qualified for the job? We would like to find out whether your skills and interests fit well with the demands of the job and whether you would contribute to the company's success.
How do you prepare for such questions? It's easy: You should know both your employer and the job requirements very well. The pertinent information is on the Website and in the job advertisement. Friends and acquaintances who already know the company are also good sources of information.
As an applicant, you will probably have a lot of questions about DHL. Our tip: Write down all the questions that you couldn't answer during your research - and bring them to the interview! Don't be afraid to ask questions about salary, vacation, professional training and advancement opportunities. By arriving well-prepared, you will already have realistic expectations regarding these topics.
In the interview, we also consider your current situation: Someone who is applying for an apprenticeship does not have work experience. Therefore, we ask the applicant about his or her favorite school subjects and hobbies. The goal remains the same: We would like to get an idea of your abilities and preferences so that the job and employee fit well.
Don't forget: You're not the only one who wants to show your best side - we do, too! And because of the invitation to the interview, you already know that we would like to have you as a new employee. Good luck!
At DHL, an interview usually lasts between 30 and 60 minutes. Normally, an employee from the department for which you have applied attends the interview along with someone from the personnel department who leads the interview.
The interview begins with questions about your resume, which you sent us as part of your application. The interview gives you the opportunity to describe in detail stages in your professional career that were particularly important for you.
Afterward, you will be asked about your professional experience: What were your responsibilities and what did you enjoy about them? What are your strengths? Why are you especially qualified for the job? We would like to find out whether your skills and interests fit well with the demands of the job and whether you would contribute to the company's success.
How do you prepare for such questions? It's easy: You should know both your employer and the job requirements very well. The pertinent information is on the Website and in the job advertisement. Friends and acquaintances who already know the company are also good sources of information.
As an applicant, you will probably have a lot of questions about DHL. Our tip: Write down all the questions that you couldn't answer during your research - and bring them to the interview! Don't be afraid to ask questions about salary, vacation, professional training and advancement opportunities. By arriving well-prepared, you will already have realistic expectations regarding these topics.
In the interview, we also consider your current situation: Someone who is applying for an apprenticeship does not have work experience. Therefore, we ask the applicant about his or her favorite school subjects and hobbies. The goal remains the same: We would like to get an idea of your abilities and preferences so that the job and employee fit well.
Don't forget: You're not the only one who wants to show your best side - we do, too! And because of the invitation to the interview, you already know that we would like to have you as a new employee. Good luck!
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