I applied through college or university. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at European Commission (Mailand) in May 2011
Interview
I had the first contact with the Rappresentanza through the University Career Service. Its staff sent my curriculum to the HR office of the Rappresentanza and then the person who was going to be my boss got in touch with me by mail. She asked me when I was available to start and if I could go to the office for an interview. I arranged an appointment and when I got there, we talked about me and my previous experiences. She explained me the rules of the office and the things I should have dealt with as a communication office intern.
Feels extremely impersonal and almost objectifying. Only important thing is to jump through the expected hoops which are very priviledge dependent. Did not take up on the offer as I realised the working environment isn't for me.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What are the biggest challenges for the EU in the next decade
Typical interview processes, asked about motivations and previous experience, how you can contribute to the company and then they focused on the internship duties and what is expected of you on a daily basis
I applied online. The process took 4 months. I interviewed at European Commission (Brüssel)
Interview
It was a phone interview. I was asked about my previous experience and told about how I could contribute to the Commission. It was not a difficult process, it seemed as if they decided on me before talking.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Have you worked with social media before?
Are you a multitasker?