I sent off my CV and detailed IBM-specific application form, and subsequently completed the IPAC test. I was then invited to an assessment centre at IBM Hursley. The assessment centre was composed of several group exercises, two solo interviews, a short presentation, and a programming aptitude test (similar to an IQ test, no previous programming experience required). I was told I passed the assessment centre next day, and that while this was not an offer of employment, or even a guarantee that IBM would like to continue with my application (this was made clear at the assessment day, should we pass it), that I was now in a pool of potential candidates. However, two months after the assessment centre (with no communication since) I was told that there were no positions available at this time, and that my application would not be considered any further. A very long waiting process for a very unsatisfactory result.

Asked various theoretical questions, mostly focusing on things to do with data. Asked questions about efficiency and how you would ensure it, as well as asking what experience I had with testing