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Interview tips

Your EY interview is your opportunity to showcase your skills, aspirations and what makes you, you.

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Be open to opportunities and experiences. With each experience, you’ll learn something new, make a connection, create a network and open up new possibilities that weren’t there before.

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Take your career where you want it to go

Learn how to get to know us better and give yourself a great start.

 

Do your research

Explore our website to discover our services and how we’re shaping the future with confidence. Follow EY and our leaders on social media for the latest updates. If you’re a student, attend a careers fair or campus event to meet us in person.

 

Leverage your network

Connect with current or former EY professionals, program participants or professors for insights into our work. Personal stories offer valuable context beyond online research.

 

Understand the role

Study the job description to see how your skills align. Stay updated on market trends relevant to the role and EY. Be ready to share examples that demonstrate your suitability and highlight transferable skills if you’re changing career direction.

How to search for jobs and apply

Students can click here for job search, and experienced candidates can click here to search jobs by keyword or location. You can create and manage a profile in the EY system, upload your CV/resume and even track your submissions.

Tip: Treat your application as a complete package that showcases your skills and experiences.

Submit a separate application for each position of interest. If you don’t find the right opportunity, set up a job alert to be notified when suitable roles become available.

We hire for more than 150 locations worldwide, so ensure you meet qualifications and any country-specific employment laws or visa requirements.

After submitting your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. If we have an opportunity that matches your skills and experience, a recruiter will be in touch.

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The interview: what to expect

If you’re invited to interview, we’re already impressed. Your interview may be in-person, by phone or on video, to help us determine if we are a good match.

 

General tips

We lean on behavioral interviewing, which includes open-ended questions that begin with phrases like “Give an example of” or “Describe a situation when.” Answers are measured against these criteria:

  • Did you provide a relevant experience that answers the question?
  • Did you explain what action you took?
  • Did you describe what your action led to?

The interview: be confident, prepared and authentic

Ensure you understand the position and how you’ll fit into our organization. If you’ve worked in a different role or industry, think of your transferable skills and how they relate. Mindset is as important as skill set, so show us how you approach opportunities and challenges.

Most of all, feel confident in who you are. Prepare, take a deep breath and enjoy the experience. Share your skills and personality genuinely.

Bring stories and examples

Real-life anecdotes can showcase your strengths, including challenges you’ve faced and what you’ve learned. These can include experiences you’re most proud of and how they relate to the job.

Make it a two-way process

Use this conversation to explore how we can thrive together. Ask questions that will help you decide if EY is where you want to take your career. We’re proud of our values, culture and benefits, so we’re happy to answer.

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Early career opportunities

Use our interview tips to put your best possible self forward and show us what makes you, you.

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