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Tonkin + Taylor

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4.4
  • #4 in Engineering consulting
  • 500 - 1,000 employees

Application Process & Interviews at Tonkin + Taylor

8.8
8.8 rating for Recruitment, based on 12 reviews
Please describe the interview process and assessments.
The interview process was over half a day and involved much more than just an interview. We had a team problem solving event where we constructed a bridge out of lego and had to work together to do so. I had a friendly 30 minute interview with 2 senior members of the company, one in person, one over the computer. This went smoothly and we spent a lot of time discussing hobbies, interests, and other things outside of work. This made it comforting.
Graduate, Auckland
I just had one online interview for a scholarship and got the job through that. Was pretty informal and relaxed.
Graduate, Auckland
Was a whole day during exams which was a bit annoying….
Graduate, Wellington
Written screening process, then online interview (if I remember correctly), then in person interview.
Graduate, Christchurch
Attended an assessment day where we learnt about the company, met the other applicants and had our interview. The process was excellent and well organised, which made me accept this offer over competition. The offer was made quickly as well.
Graduate, Auckland
Interviewed online through teams. No additional assessments.
Graduate, Tauranga
Had a 'grad experience day' that included our interview. Got to learn a lot about T+T
Graduate, Auckland
It was an interview to become an intern, I talked to the discipline managers. The interview was very well conducted. They describe to me what the work would involved as well as employee benefits. Following the interview the follow up from the HR team for the recruitment process was very smooth and prompt.
Graduate, Christchurch
What questions were you asked in your interviews?
We had a problem presented to us prior to the interview which we were to give a short response on, so we discussed my answers to that. This mostly focused on my presentation of the answers and not the answers. I was asked if I liked report writing, and about my experience from my summer job. Then we discussed hobbies and interests.
Graduate, Auckland
What do I do outside of work, why am I interested in civil engineering.
Graduate, Auckland
A lot of general interview questions.
Graduate, Christchurch
Past work experiences, approach to teams, technical experience, time management etc.
Graduate, Auckland
How would I deal with stress, how would I manage workload, how would I prioritise multiple jobs.
Graduate, Tauranga
Not many technical questions, more along the lines of how i would fit into the workplace.
Graduate, Auckland
Going by memory here as it was so long ago. I think they asked some of the following: 1. What areas of engineering are you passionate about and can see yourself working in? 2. Why do you want to work in T+T 3. What I do outside of study 4. Examples of leadership in my life
Graduate, Christchurch
Do you have any specific tips and advice for candidates applying to your company? How would you recommend they best prepare?
Be yourself, don't lie about your abilities or experience. Prepare a question or two for them at the end. I found this helpful to show my interests in the company and learn more about the company.
Graduate, Auckland
Sound passionate about what you are doing. Top grades don't always get you the job, need to be pretty well rounded and able to follow instructions and be confident to ask questions.
Graduate, Auckland
Come with a positive attitude and connect with current employees who can put in a good word.
Graduate, Auckland
Be sincere and confident, with an open mind to learn as much as you can.
Graduate, Tauranga
Be yourself. Be confident and personable.
Graduate, Auckland
Do some research on the companies values and vision. See whether the vision resonates with you. Look into the company culture and see if you would be a good fit. Get involved in activities outside of study to improve on interpersonal skills. I think my company values candidates with good soft skills not just the technical skills.
Graduate, Christchurch