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Examples of the questions at this type of interview are as follows:
- Do you prefer working in a group or alone?
- What are your strong and weak points?
- Why should we employ you?
- What are your three main achievements until now?
WBG YPP – The HireVue Recorded Interview
Interviews for Top Jobs at The World Bank
YPP Interview
I applied online. The process took 8 months. I interviewed at The World Bank (Washington, DC) in Jan 2018
Interview
A complete day with a behavioral interview, working with a team to solve a case. This part included writing a couple of memos and proposing solutions for a fiction country. The second part (could go first), is a personal interview with a three people panel.
- I will depend a lot on your background and in what panel you will be assigned. In my case I got infrastructure, so in my case, I was asked what infrastructure solution I found is the most efficient way to reduce poverty and increase opportunities.
YPP Interview
I applied online. I interviewed at The World Bank in Oct 2021
Interview
The process took months. First, you apply and there is a technical review, then some are asked for references, followed by a pre-recorded interview. Finally, just a fee are invited to panel interview
- Why do you want to join the WBG?
What you will learn:
10 things that the interview modules cover:
1. What is the best way to balance breadth versus depth of expertise in your interviews?
(The answer will surprise you)
2. Who will conduct your panel interview? Do you get to choose your panel’s area of expertise?
3. What are the four external implications you should consider including in your technical answers?
4. How should you prepare? Interview tips for PhDs and master’s degree holders. Do your homework.
5. Is there a written exam?
6. Types of panel interview questions
7. How should you structure your answers for technical vs. behavioral questions?
8. How should you approach the group interview (assessment center) and how should you practice beforehand?
9. Screening interview questions with examples of strong and weak answers
10. Things to do the day before your interview
Other techniques former World Bank Young Professionals on Ace the YPP will teach you:
This course is geared towards the World Bank YPP and does not cover the IFC or MIGA YPP.
Ace the YPP- World Bank Young Professionals Program
- Welcome
- Overall Application Process
- Eligibility
- Profiles that Do Best
- Preparation
- Join the Community!
- Packaging Yourself
- The Quickest Way to Strengthen your World Bank Young Professionals Program Application
- CV/Resume
- Real YP CV1
- Real YP CV2
- Essay and dissertation summary
- Real YP Essay
- Reference Letters
- Interviews
- Interviews part 2
- Video Interview Preparation Plan (HireVue screening, official group, and panel interview)
- 4 YPP Interview Questions and How to Answer them Better
- What the World Bank is not looking for
- Feedback
- Sample World Bank YPP Offer Letter or Letter of Appointment FREE PREVIEW
- Beyond post-interview thank you notes: Boost your chances of getting an offer
Review from Successful 2021 YPP Applicant
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The course was helpful for me in preparing for the YPP application. It aided me in the different phases I went through (essay, initial interviews, positioning, assessment center, etc), giving me deep insight about how to prepare and what mindset to embody. I recommend for those looking for that extra tip/advice for preparation. It worked out for me
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The World Bank’s HireVue interview specifics
The questions asked will be mostly behavioral ones, so make sure you are brushed up on how to answer those. The best way to answer them is via the STAR method – if you aren’t familiar with how to ace every question using that method, check out the video below.
You also want to be aware of the World Bank’s corporate values. You want to answer the behavioral questions on HireVue through the lens of those values. This will make the hiring manager’s life very easy as they are looking for those values in every person they evaluate.
You can find the World Bank’s corporate values on its website. Also take a look at their website to familiarize yourself with the World Bank’s history and corporate goals, because knowledge of those can be extremely helpful in an interview.
FAQ
Why you are interested in the WBG YPP?
How do I prepare for the World Bank interview?
- Prepare for the job/program for which you are interviewing. …
- Research yourself. …
- Practice responding to questions.
- Prepare a list of 4-5 good questions you have about the position.
- Get a good night’s rest!
- Allow plenty of time to get to the interview and plan to arrive a bit early.
How do I pass a HireVue interview?
- Maintain eye contact in front of the camera as if you’re speaking face-to-face with a person.
- Make sure to enunciate your words and try not to stutter or have long pauses. …
- Don’t forget to keep it natural. …
- For banking interviews, you have to dress appropriately.
How can I prepare for IFC interview?
- Be clear about time, venue, and names of interviewers. …
- Dress in appropriate business attire.
- Reflect on what motivated you to pursue a career with IFC and be prepared to share your thought process. …
- Read up about our organization. …
- Look up our values and be able to tell us what they mean to you.
