Interview for merchandising graduate program. First step includes pre recorded video submissions (tell us about yourself etc), and then invite to a phone interview with a team member with more merchandising and analytical competency based questions.

The interview itself wasn’t particularly challenging. However, the interviewer placed a strong emphasis on my team management abilities rather than just technical knowledge. They were looking for examples of leadership, team coordination, and how I handle group dynamics. It became clear they were assessing my ability to guide and motivate a team in addition to my technical expertise.