Fit Interview

The behavioural portion of an interview, testing motivation, self-awareness and communication — "walk me through your resume," "why this firm," "tell me about a time you disagreed with a teammate" — as distinct from the technical portion.

Where Fit Interview comes up

Consulting Fit Questions and the Personal Experience InterviewThe case decides whether you can do the work. The fit interview decides whether anyone wants you on their team for eight weeks in a hotel.Read the guide — 10 min UK Assessment Centres: The Full Day, Stage by StageThe final round of most UK spring week, internship and graduate processes, and the stage candidates prepare for least.Read the guide — 8 min

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