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When you have successfully passed the Defence Aptitude Assessment (DAA), you’ll be at the interview stage. This is where we ascertain your suitability for your role and for life in the Royal Navy.
Prove you have what it takes to cope with the rigours of basic training and you’ll be one step closer to a career like no other.
The interview is scheduled to last for about 45 mins and will be conducted as directed by your Careers Adviser. This is our opportunity to meet you, so you can expect your interviewer, who will be a member of the Naval Careers Service or a Liaison Officer, to ask you about the information you put on your recruiting application form. This includes talking about your education, family and work experience. Crucially, you will also be asked about your understanding of the role the Naval Service plays and why you want to join.
To maintain the recruitment process into the Royal Navy, interviewing will now be conducted virtually. The interview will be conducted using the Royal Navy interview video portal. Career Advisors will liaise with you to schedule a convenient time to conduct the interview.
It is important to make sure that your technology is working well before your interview. Check your internet connection and make sure that your camera and microphone are working. On the day of the interview, test your equipment and internet again.
Make sure that you are conducting the interview in a well lit, quiet space where you won't be interrupted.
Find a room with good lighting, preferably near a window, or a blank wall to guarantee that you are the focal point of the interview.
Turn off or silence any electrical items and close any nearby windows or doors to keep outside noise down.
As this is a virtual interview, we can’t conduct a handshake or as easily exude enthusiasm via video. But you can make a positive impact with your body language. The main way to communicate confidence is to sit up straight and try to keep the camera at eye level.
We will talk to you about the following during the interview:
Practice the important points you wish to get across and try to be clear and concise.
You should also prepare to ask further questions about the Royal Navy from your own perspective, for example:
This is part of a formal application process, so you should dress and behave accordingly. That means dressing smartly and making sure you arrive on time.
