When you are invited to come and spend a day with us, we’ll give you an introduction to the job and the working environment, and give you a tour of a Mail Centre. We’ll also give you lots of information, as well as the chance to ask questions and make sure that the Apprenticeship Scheme is right for you.
It’s also our opportunity to make sure that you are right for the scheme, and whilst you’re with us, we’ll ask you to take part in a test and an interview. If you already work for Royal Mail, you’ll just have to take part in the interview.

The information below will give you a sense of what will be expected of you on the day.

• The aim of the day is to decide who is right for the Apprentice Scheme
• The day gives everyone involved the same chance to show their strengths
• There will probably be other people taking part at the same time as you
• There will be someone there on the day who will talk you through the instructions and make sure that you know exactly what to do

It may sound obvious, but it’s worth making sure that you’re well prepared for the day. Here are a few tips: 
 

• Make sure you know exactly where you have to be and exactly what time you need to be there, and leave plenty of time for your journey
• Try to be well-rested and fresh
• If you need to wear glasses remember to bring them with you
• If you happen to be ill on the day, and you do attend, tell someone. It may be better to take part on another day, and this can usually be arranged
•  Don’t panic. Most people feel nervous about taking part, and it is normal to be a bit worried when something important is happening. Nerves can actually be of help to you - but keep them under control!

Remember, if you already work for Royal Mail, you will not have to take this test.

• Someone will read through the instructions with you. Listen carefully and make sure you understand what you are supposed to be doing. If there is anything at all on which you are unclear, just ask
• If you change your mind about something in the test, make sure that your final answer is clear and easy to read
• The test has a time limit. Someone will tell you what the time limit is
• Many people find the pressure of time the most difficult aspect. It is a good idea to practice working to time limits in order to avoid panicking when faced with them on the day. Have a look at the practice questions in the separate test information booklet that will be sent to you before you come along
  

All candidates will have one interview, lasting for about an hour. There will be one interviewer who will ask you to talk about things that you have done in the past.  For example, when you have

• worked with other people
• helped someone to solve a problem
• had to work to a deadline
• had to be responsible for something
• had to learn something new
  

They will also ask you about how you would like to see your career progress and what you might see yourself doing in the future.

Before you come for your interview, have a think about your answers to these questions, as it will really help you in the interview. At the end of the interview you will be given the opportunity to ask any questions you might have.


Good luck!


Before you apply for an Apprenticeship with Royal Mail, you should find out about the application process. If you’ve already done so, you can apply here by clicking on the button below.