Cadetships 2008/09

[La Divina]

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i think ill be going to the city one too

[seremify007]

Originally Posted by La Divina

I don't know if i am going to both. Is there any point, will they give different information? Which one are you going to?

From memory they both offer pretty much the same information, and the HR people from both offices attend both functions- the only difference is that the speakers (eg. partners, current cadets, ex-cadets, staff, etc..) will obviously be different and may offer different perspectives on the two offices.

[ctkid]

Originally Posted by seremify007

From memory they both offer pretty much the same information, and the HR people from both offices attend both functions- the only difference is that the speakers (eg. partners, current cadets, ex-cadets, staff, etc..) will obviously be different and may offer different perspectives on the two offices.

hey seremify...are you a cadet? and if so what firm are you working at? moore stephens im guessing
do you enjoy it? any advice for us new people applying

[velox]

Dont diss him, he is at a big4

[Meads]

Originally Posted by bukwow

3.There isn't really a point of impressing anyone at the cadetship evening. people are just there to help or inform anyone what cadetships are like through the experiences of other cadets, so dont make the mistakes of some people asking ridiculous questions thinking that they will remember you when the interview comes lol.
just don't make an ass of yourself that will scar you so bad that the person who interviews you knew you were a douche at the evening
Good luck!

Incorrect.

These kind of events are very influential in regards to recruitment. I cannot stress that enough, it is no secret.

Particularly at the info nights for each firm, people do take notice. Catching people in a comfortable environment mingling with others (this is the intention) is a great way to get to know someone.

[seremify007]

I agree with Meads. Just because it isn't an official assessment doesn't mean candidates aren't remembered by the staff.

[kow_dude]

It's unfortunate that employers still judge a book by its cover.

[AppleXY]

Originally Posted by kow_dude

It's unfortunate that employers still judge a book by its cover.

racism?

[kow_dude]

Nah, that's not what i meant.

Nevermind. I misread the previous posts.

[ctkid]

thx every1 for contributing, this is a great help, hope you all continue helpin us propective cadets

[miss-smexy]

I'm going! What time do you reckon it finishes? Because I'll get hungry =( and then I'll want dinner! =D

Ohh seremify007, are you going to be one of those cadets there that get to talk about your experience? lol

[seremify007]

Originally Posted by miss-smexy

I'm going! What time do you reckon it finishes? Because I'll get hungry =( and then I'll want dinner! =D

Ohh seremify007, are you going to be one of those cadets there that get to talk about your experience? lol

If it's anything like previous year info sessions, it finishes after a couple of hours but you're free to leave whenever. It includes a bit of a speech/presentation section, and mingling time with the firms.

As for talking, I won't be in the big presentation but I'm hoping to be at the info night and answer questions anyone may have.

[bukwow]

Originally Posted by Meads

Incorrect.

These kind of events are very influential in regards to recruitment. I cannot stress that enough, it is no secret.

Particularly at the info nights for each firm, people do take notice. Catching people in a comfortable environment mingling with others (this is the intention) is a great way to get to know someone.

Actually coming to think of it you are right meads, but this evening is a place to get a better understanding from the experiences of other cadets, i wouldn't think it is a place to impress to the max, just a casual chit chat would do .

Also if you are having doubts that you won't make it because of your school, that is unneccessarily untrue. i went to a school is was pretty much out of the ranks of the top 200 or 300, but i was able to get a cadetship, and also a friend of mine in the same school, so don't give up and apply anyways you never know what might happen

[Vagabond]

Whatever you do... Try not to make the fact that you're sucking up obvious.

It was painful to watch. :P

I remember at the ICAA evening, I spent ages conversing with a HR manager from a mid-tier firm. Great convo. Started after I asked him why nobody was eating the biscuits and nuts on the tables - after which we spent 20 minutes spilling our guts on how try-hardy some people are :P

I think a general hint is that they're human too. Would you rather talk to someone thats obviously sucking up or someone with character?

Then again, my friends and I are all westies. Raiding the free snacks was basically the first thing we did :<

[seremify007]

Originally Posted by Vagabond

Whatever you do... Try not to make the fact that you're sucking up obvious.

It was painful to watch. :P

You think it's painful for you guys to watch....

Originally Posted by Vagabond

I remember at the ICAA evening, I spent ages conversing with a HR manager from a mid-tier firm. Great convo. Started after I asked him why nobody was eating the biscuits and nuts on the tables - after which we spent 20 minutes spilling our guts on how try-hardy some people are :P

Gotta love convo starters with food. But be careful there Vagabond- someone remembered me as "the guy who asked me to try the satay"... not exactly the best and most professional image is it?!