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What it really means
A half or full day where employers test several candidates together through group tasks, presentations, interviews and exercises. Common for graduate schemes. They watch how you work with others, not just your answers.
Chinese explanation
评估中心(assessment centre):雇主用半天或一整天,通过小组任务、演示、面试和练习同时考察多名候选人,管培生项目常见。他们看的是你与他人协作的方式,而不只是答案。
Example conversation
A: I've got an assessment centre next week — any tips?
B: Join in the group tasks but let others speak too; they watch teamwork.
A:我下周要去评估中心——有什么建议吗?
B:积极参与小组任务,但也让别人发言;他们看重团队合作。
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