GoUni Prime: How is it like doing a work experience at Apple?

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No wonder Apple Inc is one of the most popular companies in the world 😎 It is no surprising that many people would want to work there. Today GoUni is gathering information for students who wish to become a member of Apple 😃, ranging from the application, interviewing process and company benefits. Wait no more, come and read our article now! :)

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Of course in order to pass the first step of screening at Apple, you need to prepare a killer job application. This includes resume or CV, as well as cover letter. For some work areas, they also require work portfolio (in case of journalism and art designs), or some written tests. This varies from department to department 👀. You can read our blog on how to write a good CV here 😇: http://www.gouni.co.uk/killercv_eng/ 

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INTERVIEW PROCESS

The interview process depends on the position you apply for are different, generally Apple's interview process is consisted of 2-4 rounds of interviews.  The interviews is in a variety of forms, maybe group seminars, telephone interviews, one-to-one interviews. 🗣

Questions applicants usually encounter during the interview process are the following:

  • 'What brings you here today?' (Software Engineer)
  • 'Why should we hire you?' (Senior Software Engineer)
  • Tell me something that you have done in your life which you are very proud of '(Software Engineering Manager)
  • 'When you walk in the Apple Store as a customer, what do you notice about the store / how do you feel when you first walk in?' (Specialist)
  • 'What's more important, fixing the customer's problem or creating a good customer experience?' (Apple At Home Advisor)

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Apple Inc is available in more than 20 countries, with more than 450 shops worldwide, the work environment is varied from country to country, but generally it is excellent with a brand-new condition--simple and bright and full of creativity.

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Apart from the excellency of product conditions, the office is also equipped with fitness facilities, basketball courts, table tennis and soccer fields.

At the moment, Apple has its European Headquarters in Mayfair, London, but it is so expanding itself to create new UK headquarters at London's Battersea Power Station.

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The new headquarters is due to be open in 2021.

OPPORTUNITY TO WORK PERMANENTLY OR PART-TIME

There are plenty of opportunites to work at Apple as it offers a wide-range of cultural working environment. 😊Whether part-time or full-time, Apple can find the right opportunity for you, including:

  • Hardware & software engineering
  • Marketing
  • Design
  • Finance & legal
  • HR & admin
  • Merchandising
  • Sales
  • Customer support
  • Leadership

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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Finally this might be the most interesting part of everyone! 😏

Basic benefits include some internal discounts, free gym, medical insurance and so on.

There are free on and off buses, reimbursement commuting costs and a lot of training and support.

In fact, these points are trivial benefits. The most fascinating one is that you can get a wide range of skill trainings. Through this, you can quickly grasp the skills do not know, progress quickly. How great this is! 😇

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So.. what do you think about Apple as a company? Do you wanna work there? :) 😁💪🏼 This is just one of the great companies GoUni has assembled information for you guys. There are loads of good companies out there for you to apply all over the UK. 😍  If it is your dream to work here, don't forget that we have an employment advisory service!

GOUNI PRIME EMPLOYMENT SERVICE

GoUni employment services can help international students and local students solve a series of questions about finding a job.

You will have a professional employment instructor, who will help you successfully complete each step of the application.

✔️Helping you to prepare CV and Cover Letter in line with British company standards

✔️Finding the company and position you are interested in and suitable for you.

✔️Employment guidance courses so that you can learn more about the application process to master the skills and strategies

✔️ Help you find your job successfully.

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✔️ Personal background assessment

✔️Search for qualified positions

✔️Rewrite CV, Cover Letter and application form

✔️ Interview and AC guidance

If this seems interested for you, contact GoUni team now and use our GoUni Prime service 💚  We help our students' job hunting process to go as smooth as possible.