Civil Service Fast Stream SDIP 2020/2021

Just an update for anyone else who did not receive a phone call at their scheduled time slot; the Fast Stream team responded to my email within a couple of days and a day or so later have offered me a new interview slot next week.

Regarding the hoo-ha about interview questions...there is no reason to attempt to pressure anyone to divulge interview information they do not want to share. We all have universities with careers departments, you would be much better off seeking help there. On the other hand, it is understandable that people are nervous and hoping for as much info as they can get. Reporting to the recruiters seems a little heavy handed, but obviously that is a decision that rests with those involved.

Can I just start by saying how disgusted I am by some of the behaviour of people on this thread? I’ve had people message me, asking for interview questions and people PRETENDING to have had their interviews, to make me discuss questions with them.

This behaviour is unacceptable, and is cheating. I will be emailing SDIP recruitment about this, it is truly an insult to the scheme that focuses on equality and diversity for people to cheat so unfairly.

Please report these PMs too.

Amazes me how people are this desperate - they practically tell you what's going to be asked in the interview inside the candidate brief anyway. Competency-based interviews are in no way unique to the Civil Service and used pretty much everywhere too.

Can I just start by saying how disgusted I am by some of the behaviour of people on this thread? I’ve had people message me, asking for interview questions and people PRETENDING to have had their interviews, to make me discuss questions with them.

This behaviour is unacceptable, and is cheating. I will be emailing SDIP recruitment about this, it is truly an insult to the scheme that focuses on equality and diversity for people to cheat so unfairly.

I've had this issue also! Did you report it?

I emailed SDIP recruitment about it, I didn’t specify any usernames - I just said it was a general issue that could be addressed by randomising interview questions or monitoring threads in order to respect the fairness the scheme represents.

Knowing what questions will be asked will not necessarily give someone an advantage. The interview email sets out which competencies will be assessed. Knowing the questions in advance does not mean that someone will give an answer that successfully conveys they have the competencies they are looking for. In the name of fair recruitment, they have to ask every candidate the same questions. The best thing to do is ignore people who ask for the questions in advance - having been through several CS interviews, I can honestly say it won't really make a difference.

Knowing what questions will be asked will not necessarily give someone an advantage. The interview email sets out which competencies will be assessed. Knowing the questions in advance does not mean that someone will give an answer that successfully conveys they have the competencies they are looking for. In the name of fair recruitment, they have to ask every candidate the same questions. The best thing to do is ignore people who ask for the questions in advance - having been through several CS interviews, I can honestly say it won't really make a difference.

The person didn't ask, they lied and said they had their interview and wanted to discuss it. If I'd have known all the questions in advance then I would have had an advantage. I've had several Cs interviews and to have all the questions would definitely be an advantage. I would have sounded more much professional instead of ermming all the time and getting nervous because my mind goes blank.
The person became more manipulative and went on to ask people to publicly accept their apology because it caused them great anguish. It was pretty disgusting. They've said they've left tsr but I'm sure they've just got a new account. I hope that other people haven't experienced the same thing since.

My point is, the SDIP email gives a lot of guidance as to what competencies they are looking for and how you will be assessed. Knowing the questions beforehand won't necessarily give an advantage, because that doesn't mean you'll answer the questions well, nor does it mean you'll be successful. I did not know the questions beforehand, yet I went into my interview very confident because I had prepared well. I wouldn't worry too much about people who are trying to cheat their way through, is all I'm saying. If they can't follow instructions set out in an email and prepare based off that guidance alone, then the Civil Service is not for them.

Hi everyone,I went through the SDIP application process last year. My internship, that was supposed to take place this summer with the MoD, was cancelled due to COVID-19. As I had graduated, the Civil Service put me on a reserve list. They would periodically send me vacancies which I could apply for (these were not widely advertised). Off the back of this, I've recently been offered a fixed-term EO position with another department, which I have accepted. This will replace my internship that was due to take place next summer. Happy to answer any questions anyone may have about the process.

Thank you - I've had my telephone interview but was quite nervous and forgot to ask when I might hear back! Any idea please?

Just heard that I gained a place on SDIP, so chuffed! A number of my friends who applied have also just heard that they were given places, so I imagine that they sent out the bulk offers today.

Just heard that I gained a place on SDIP, so chuffed! A number of my friends who applied have also just heard that they were given places, so I imagine that they sent out the bulk offers today.