What's Coming Up in May 2023 - EPSO Rundown

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Monthly EPSO Competitions Update - May 2023 - So much happening this month with ongoing EPSO competitions.

This month is a very exciting one for EPSO candidates. There's a lot happening with ongoing competitions and many candidates are one step closer to those EU jobs. We've highlighted the most important dates and preparation resources for these candidates. Last month was exciting for very different reasons... the AST3 EPSO/AST/154/22 cancellation. In case you missed the hubbub, here are a couple of articles to catch you up:

Now, it's time to do some forward planning for your EPSO competition:

EPSO Competition Quick Links​

 

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ASSISTANTS IN THE FIELDS OF OPERATIONAL / TECHNICAL SECURITY AND OPERATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

While still waiting for CBT results, EPSO did finally publish some dates in regards to what's next on the agenda for these candidates.

Important dates >>>

  • Case study booking period 15 to 22 June 2023
  • EPSO Case study exam - 30 June 2023
  • EPSO Assessment Centre - mid June 2023 to mid October 2023 (indicative)

Here's how to prepare >>>

--> EPSO FIELD-RELATED INTERVIEW SIMULATIONS

---> EPSO CASE STUDY

  • Case Study Insights Webinar
    • Before you do a simulation, watch this webinar to learn the different methodologies which help achieve the highest scores, get practical advice on how to structure your answer, manage time and overcome difficulties.
  • 8 Steps To Ace The EPSO Case Study
    • Get great tips on how to get started with your  EPSO Case Study prep
    • You will also find some great resources (free and for purchase)
  • Case Study Workshops - COMING SOON - watch this space.

---> EPSO SITUATIONAL COMPETENCY-BASED INTERVIEW

  • Once EPSO publishes the SCBI assignment, EU Training will shortly after start the SCBI workshops to help you prepare for this.
  • Please email our Support Team to be put on the waiting list for EU Training SCBI workshops. Make sure to specify your competition profile.

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ICT EXPERTS IN DIFFERENT FIELDS

These candidates are busy preparing for the EPSO Computer-Based Tests. And the administrators will have the Case Study on the same day. AC dates are later in the year. Here is a breakdown by grade and profile:

      EPSO/AST/151/22 (AST4) Number of Eligible Candidates
     1 - ICT infrastructures, cloud, networks and middleware 145
     2 - Digital workplace, office automation and mobile computing 167
     3 - Development/configuration, testing, operation and maintenance of IT applications and off-the-shelf solutions; Data management, data analytics and artificial intelligence
 229
     4 - ICT security 82
  • EPSO/AST/151/22 - AST4 - 623 candidates currently in the EPSO AC phase
    • CBT and Case Study Exams: 11 or 16 May
    • EPSO Assessment Centre Exams: September - December 2023 (indicative)
      EPSO/AD/398/22 Number of Eligible Candidates
     1 - ICT infrastructures, cloud, networks and middleware (AD7) 215
     2 - Digital workplace, office automation and mobile computing (AD7) 111
     3 - IT and data governance, programme/portfolio and project management, project management office (PMO), business and enterprise architecture (AD7)
 213
     4 - Design, development/configuration, testing, operation and maintenance of IT applications and off-the-shelf solutions; Data management, data analytics and artificial intelligence (AD7) 227
     5 - ICT security (AD8) 263
  • EPSO/AD/398/22 - AD7 / AD8 - 1 029 candidates currently in the EPSO Assessment Centre phase
    • CBT and Case Study Exams: 4 or 10 May 2023
    • EPSO Assessment Center Exams: September 2023 to March 2024 (indicative)

Here's how to prepare >>>

---> EPSO FIELD-RELATED INTERVIEW ​

---> EPSO CASE STUDY

  • Case Study Insights Webinar
    • Great tips, tricks and methodology on how to take the EPSO Case Study Exam.
  • 8 Steps To Ace The EPSO Case Study
    • The ultimate guide to best prepare for your EPSO Case Study.
    • Get useful tips and a list of resources (free and for purchase) to help you on your EPSO prep journey to ultimately get one of those EU jobs

---> EPSO SITUATIONAL COMPETENCY-BASED INTERVIEW

  • Once EPSO releases the SCBI assignment, EU Training will schedule SCBI workshops.
  • Please write to our Support Team if you'd like to be put on the waiting list.

Additional resources >>>

If you haven't yet: join the ICT Facebook group.

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HEADS OF ADMINISTRATION IN EU DELEGATIONS

Important dates >>>

  • Case Study -  26 May 2023 (online - remotely proctored)
  • Assessment Centre - mid May 2023 until mid July 2023 (indicative)

Here's how to prepare >>>

---> EPSO SITUATIONAL COMPETENCY-BASED INTERVIEW

EU Training's EPSO SCBI Workshops are now open for registration! These collaborative group training sessions take an in-depth look at the SCBI assignment provided by EPSO, analysing the situations and brainstorming solutions. The expert EPSO coach trainer will guide participants with theory, tips and tricks and possible interview questions. The EPSO competencies being tested for this competition's SCBI are: Learning & Development, Resilience and Working With Others.

---> EPSO CASE STUDY

--> EPSO FIELD-RELATED INTERVIEW 

An expert EU careers coach will simulate interview questions and give personalised feedback and tips for improvement. You'll get to observe others doing the same to help you prepare a plan on how to proceed in the EPSO FRI.​​

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EXPERTS & ADMINISTRATORS IN THE FIELDS OF SPACE AND DEFENCE INDUSTRY (EPSO/AD/400/22)

307 candidates are preparing for lift-off to their new EU jobs. Here's the breakdown of eligible candidates going forward in the next phase.

Profile & Competition Code Number of Candidates Minimum Score
 Defence industry | EPSO/AST/400/22 - 1 (AD7) 97 32
 Defence industry | EPSO/AST/400/22 - 1 (AD9) 48 55
  Field of Space | EPSO/AST/400/22 - 2 (AD7) 108 23
  Field of Space | EPSO/AST/400/22 - 2 (AD9) 54 39

Important dates >>>

  • Computer-Based Tests booking period - 17 to 23 May 2023
  • Computer-Based Tests testing day - 6 June 2023
  • Written test booking period - 9 to 14 June 2023
  • Written test in the field - 19 June 2023
  • Assessment Centre starts in September and goes until mid October 2023 (indicative)

Here's how to prepare >>>

---> Master the EPSO COMPUTER-BASED TEST

It's definitely not rocket science, but getting a handle on the methodology and time management can help increase your scores.

NEW type of training session! Time Management for the EPSO Computer-Based Test

Two-hour workshops starting at 17:30:

---> EPSO FIELD-RELATED INTERVIEW 

Practicing for the interview will boost your confidence, especially with all the personal feedback and useful tips given by our expert coach.

---> EPSO SITUATIONAL COMPETENCY-BASED INTERVIEW and ORAL PRESENTATION 

  • Once EPSO releases the SCBI assignment, EU Training will schedule training sessions.
  • Please notify our Support Team if you'd like to be put on the waiting list to be the first to know when these training session are scheduled. 

Additional resources >>>

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EPSO CAST COMPETITIONS

Important dates >>>

  • Computer-Based Test booking period is 15-19 June 2023
  • Testing will take place between 20 and 26 of June 2023
  • Results will be announced on 18 July 2023

Here's how to prepare >>>

Before starting the practice tests online, it's a good idea to learn how to approach these, sometimes very exasperating, type of exams.​

NEW type of training session! Time Management for the EPSO Computer-Based Test

Two-hour workshops starting at 17:30:

Additional resources >>>

The CAST Facebook group is very active, candidates are very collaborative and help each other out answering the questions posted there every day.

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EUROPEAN COMMISSION INTERNAL COMPETITIONS

Here's how to prepare >>>

​IN-PERSON ORAL TEST CLASSROOM TRAINING IN BRUSSELS
Includes Interview simulation AND Oral Presentation Simulation

INTERVIEW SIMULATION (online):

ORAL PRESENTATION SIMULATION

Additional resources >>>

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