GIC Scholarship Interview
CoffeeSnoops — By Christopher on March 8, 2008 at 12:08 AMA day after my first round of interview in Malacca, I got a call from a private number. The caller on the other side of the phone informed me that I have been shortlisted for the final round of the interviews! The person on the phone asked me whether I was excited to be shortlisted. I replied with a “Yes”. Again, the question was repeated as I did not produce a convincing “Yes”. Might be because I sound as though I am half asleep on the phone.
Bird’s eye view of Singapore
The final interview was held on a Thursday and Friday at their headquarters in Singapore. That means that I had to skip two days of college! Imagine the work pileup! Prepared my certificates and documents before hand. Time flew and soon it was time for me to fly to Singapore! All expenses paid by GIC! My gratitude! My mom accompanied me to Singapore. We were placed at the Amara Hotel by our hosts. It was comfortable and the bathroom was just amazing!
My fellow friends
Mr. Chang was kind enough to have a workshop for all of us on the first day. He taught us proper techniques on how to present our achievements and thoughts. Definitely a good speaker, drawing our attention for the whole 2 hours or so. It was an interactive session and I certainly learned a lot. Of course, photography is in my blood – didn’t miss the opportunity to take some pictures after the workshop. We returned to Amara Hotel in the evening for a buffet dinner sponsored by GIC! Great food, great ambiance and great bill! After the scrumptious dinner, we went back to our own rooms at 9.00 PM – to prepare ourselves mentally for the onslaught the next day.
Lunch time
Rise and shine! D-day is today! Woke up 7 AM in the morning and prepared myself. We met at the hotel lobby after breakfast before making our way to GIC. First for the day was a short tour around the Heritage Centre where we learned more about the obstacles and challenges faced by GIC in the past and present. The first round of interviews started right after the tour and ended just in time for lunch. We were treated to a Japanese lunch at their office cafeteria.
Eight of us
The second interview was much more challenging. Instead of one interviewer, there were two. Nothing much to add, just that I did my best that day! I was quite satisfied with my performance although I missed out on some minor details. The interviews ended at 5.00 PM or so. We took a group picture with our hosts before parting our ways, returning to Malaysia.
Thank you GIC
The experience acquired from this trip definitely benefited me greatly. I would personally like to thank GIC for being such a great host and teacher as well. Thank you! I hope that we will cross each other’s paths once again in the future! Cheers!
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wah (:
Aw thanks for the smiley! =]
Ur alien hand pose..
How come you are the only different one?
Ish ish.. XD
Hmm, well I guess I’m always the odd one out xD
Hi,
I’m thinking about applying to the GIC scholarship as well. Do I need to major in economics? Could you tell me what course you’ll be taking in college? The thing is, I originally applied to study biomedical sciences for undergrad, do you think my course could still be counted as eligible?
Thanks.
Evelyn
Dear Evelyn,
I was planning to study Engineering when I applied for the scholarship (I am studying Engineering now). They would gladly call anyone that fits their criteria for the interview. All the best!
Thank you.
Regards,
Christopher Ho
May I know how the interview sesson run?I mean the first session,I had been selected to the interview,excited yet nervous.And can I know what is the questions asked? Thanks for the help!!
Lily, Hello there. I’ll be glad to answer any inquiry via MSN. I’ve just added you with the email you’ve typed in the comment field. See you on MSN!
Hi there Christopher. Seemed like you had a great time during the interviews.
I am shortlisted for the first round interview! Very excited. By the way, I would like to ask what sort of tests do we take on that day and how will the interview be? THANKS!
cheers
Mitch, greetings to you Mitch. Yes, I had a good time during my interviews. Congratulations for being shortlisted for your first round interview! Keep up your excitement for you will need it! Added you on MSN. See you then!
Cheers to you too.
Hi, Christopher. I have just got a phone call and an email from GIC. They told me I am selected for the first round interview in Malacca…(excited~~)
I am planning to take engineering for my undergraduate as well…majoring in Electrical and Electronic.
So, how’s the interview? and what kind of test will be tested? Some Reasonings test?
looking forward to your warm reply….thanks in advance..
Hello Christopher. I am shortlisted for the first round interview. Very excited yet nervous. Would you be kind if you could give me some tips regarding the interview?
What kind of questions will they ask?
Thanks,
Ling
WB, Hi WB. Congratulations for being shortlisted for the first round interview. Great to know that you have chosen the path of Engineering. As for the interview, I am not sure as to whether they have changed the format or not. There will be two tests. One of them is an essay whereby you have to give your opinions on a certain subject in about 15 minutes. The other one is a reasoning test. You will be dealing with mathematical and IQ problems. Apart from the test, you the interview is just like any other interview you would expect. Talk about how your involvement in activities which you have participated in have helped develop your life skills.
Ling, Hello Ling. Congratulations to you too! Try not to be nervous on the interview day! Tips on the interview? Well, first thing is to never try to be someone you are not. Those guys are professionals and they will be able to tell. They would ask you on some general knowledge, how you can contribute to the company, about yourself and some questions on your choices of universities. I am not sure whether they have changed the questions but I’m sure it’ll be pretty much the same.
Hi Christopher! I’m also going for the GIC interview soon. I hope that i can ask you a few questions regarding the interview. Can you add me in msn?
Wendy Chen, Hello Wendy. I have already added you on MSN. See you!
Thanks, Christopher. i would like to ask u a few questions…can u please add me on msn? thanks in advance.
WB, you’re very much welcomed. Just added you on MSN.
Hi Christopher,
I got called up for the interview in Singapore and I am trying to get as much information as I can. Mind adding one more GIC-scholarship-hopeful to your msn? Thanks
Debbie, hello there! Congratulations on getting called for the interview in Sinagpore! Sure, just added you!
hi Chris,
i was called up for interview in Singapore. Any more tests or just interview?
you still haven’t added me? not able to see your contact since then..
cheers
Kam, hello Mitchelle. We have actually spoken on MSN but I guess you didn’t know it was me. I asked you what course you were taking and you said IB. =)
Hi, I am going for the first round interview, may I ask you a few questions on MSN? Thank you very much!!
Sophia, hey there, I assume that your MSN email address is the same as the one you use to post the comment here. I’ll add you in the night after watching Transformers 2 =)
Hi Christopher,
I would like to ask some questions from you. Could you please add me on MSN?
Thank you very much in advance!
Alisher, hello there! Just added you on MSN.
Dear Christopher,
I could not find your account on MSN. Could you please send me a letter to my email. I would like to ask some questions about GIC scholarship.
Thanks!!!
Hi Christopher,
I chanced upon your blog while I was searching information regarding the GIC scholarship. Would you add me on MSN? Would like to ask you some questions =))
Thaank you very much!
Cheers,
Jocelyn
Dear Jocelyn,
I have added you on MSN.
Hope you get the invitation.
By the way, it’s been quite a while since I the interview.
My memory might have faded.
It’s always a pleasure to help.
Thank you.
Hi Christopher,
I would like to ask you some questions regarding GIC interview. Could you please add me on MSN?
Thaank you for your time!
Regards,
HW
Hi HW,
Sorry for the late reply.
Was in Penang for a while.
Just added you on MSN.
Thank you ;D
Hi Christopher,
I’m thinking of applying for the GIC scholarship. Is the scholarship application open all year round? Also, would like to ask some questions about the GIC interview. Could you add me on MSN please? Thanks for your time!
Regards,
Bryan
Hi Bryan,
That’s good to hear! You should never let any opportunity go away! What do you mean all year round? As far as I know, they have a few “intakes” in a year. I’ve added your on MSN. See ya!