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Selection Criteria

We have identified the following qualities as critical to high performance in Shell.  We seek students who demonstrate these attributes.

Capacity

  • The ability to analyse data quickly and learn fast, basing judgments on fact not sentiment;
  • Analysing outside existing boundaries to identify implications and learn from others;
  • The creativity to propose innovative solutions and manage uncertainty within complex environments to produce workable solutions.

In other words, your analytical ability to place problems in a wide but relevant perspective.

Achievement

  • The drive and enthusiasm to set themselves and others challenging unambiguous targets;
  • The resilience to deliver;
  • The courage and self-confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems and go against the crowd when necessary.

In other words, your ability to get things done.

Relationships

  • Genuine respect and concern for people and valuing everyone regardless of culture or status;
  • Demonstrating honesty and integrity in all their actions;
  • Creating trust by open and direct communications;
  • Persuading others by the inspiration, sensitivity and clarity of their argument;
  • Arranging clear means of communication and decision making.

In other words, your ability to work efficiently with others in a team.

Technical

If you are applying for a technical position (ie: engineering/sciences), you’ll also be assessed against technical skill sets relevant to the specific role. You must be able to appreciate technical issues and be ready for technical challenge.