Walk us through your education.

There are many ways to gain education, so avoid underestimating the training you've received by stating that you don't have any education to discuss. Whether formal (college, university courses, or career training modules) or informal education (self-learning, self-guided courses), Edward Jones wants assurance that you have the training and knowledge required to do the job successfully.

Your answer should assure the decision-makers that you have the skills and training to fulfill the role's duties and exceed expectations. Many of the skills we learn throughout our education are helpful for any situation. People skills and teamwork will help you to interact with your new coworkers. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills will help you analyze information, notice details, and deal with problems on the job.

If you have work experience, focus your answer on how your coursework and training have contributed to your career success so far. If you are interviewing for your first position, you can talk about how your education will help you to be successful in meeting specific job requirements outlined in Edward Jones' job posting.

The average HireVue interview takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. This one-way video interview typically includes 3-5 questions. Depending on Edward Jones' parameters, the HireVue platform will typically give you 30 seconds to prepare a response and up to 2 minutes to answer each question. It's important to note that HireVue stops recording as soon as your time limit is up, so it's better to run under time than overtime.

"My bachelor's degree in Data Analysis has equipped me well. I did a deep dive into collecting data, analyzing it, and writing reports based on my findings through my dissertation. Outside of my degree, I take part in mentoring and volunteering opportunities. These experiences have evolved my ability to communicate effectively and have improved my listening skills."