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Red Bull Assessment Tests
Red Bull was founded in 1984, and is probably known best for its energy drinks. Red Bull also sponsors athletes and sports events – from skateboarding to mountain biking and skiing – and has two Formula One teams.
- Five hiring stages
- 10 practice tests in the Red Bull pack
- 100 questions, all solved
Who Red Bull is
- Employees
- 10,000+
- Head office
- London, UK
- Careers site
- Red Bull careers
What are the Red Bull tests?
Red Bull employs a variety of tests in their hiring to assess candidates’ aptitudes in areas pertinent to the diverse roles they offer, reflecting their dynamic and energetic brand.
Red Bull application process
From application to final assessment. The process varies slightly by programme and office.
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Who writes the tests Red Bull sets
- Matrigma Adaptive Matrigma, 12 minutes, in the online assessment
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- 10
- practice tests
- 100
- questions, all solved
Careers at Red Bull
Red Bull has 12,000 employees in more than 170 countries, and while the business headquarters is in Austria, there are roles available internationally in areas such as:
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Marketing
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Students are invited to become ‘Student Marketeers’, providing on- and off-campus sales and marketing. Internships and graduate programs help students gain hands-on experience and on-the-job training, so that they can develop in their chosen area.
All applicants should bear in mind the ‘entrepreneurial mindset’ that Red Bull looks for in employees, which can be broken down into three separate values:
- Find your meaning and use your strengths to achieve it
- Take real responsibility for yourself and your work
- Love life, love work, love to challenge yourself
As you might expect from a business like Red Bull, the application process is not just about qualifications and experience (although this does play a part).
The focus throughout the recruitment steps is to make sure that you have the required aptitudes and personality to be part of the team.
Red Bull online application
All the roles available worldwide are published on the Red Bull jobs site, where you can search by keyword, job type and location.
When you have found a suitable role, you can apply online by filling out the simple contact details form.
You will also have to add a current, bespoke CV and covering letter, so you can highlight the relevant skills, qualifications and competencies that the role requires. With the detailed job descriptions that are on the jobs board, you should be able to do that easily.
Red Bull Matrigma Test
The Matrigma test was originally developed by Assessio, but is now owned by Hogan.
Matrigma tests look similar to abstract reasoning assessments that you might come across in other recruitment processes.
Each question is a 3x3 grid, featuring a sequence of shapes or images. There will be an empty square in the grid, and you will need to find the missing piece out of six multiple-choice options.
The trick to acing an abstract test like the Matrigma one is to find the pattern or rule that governs the sequence. The rule might be colour, number, rotation, movement, mirroring, folding or symmetry.
The Adaptive Matrigma is a short test (just 12 minutes) and you are allowed up to one minute per item. There are a maximum of 40 questions available on the test, although there is no expectation that you will answer all of them.
Wingfinder Deep-Dive personality test
The Wingfinder is a purpose-built assessment, based on 30 years of psychological research, looking at the essential components of employability and future success.
The test focuses on four key strengths:
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Connections: how you manage relationships and yourself
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Creativity: how you can adapt and innovate
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Thinking: how you solve complex problems using logical reasoning
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Drive: what motivates you, and how ambitious and disciplined you are
This assessment is split into four sections, each one with slightly different styles of questions.
First is a series of image-based questions, where you will be provided with statements or questions and need to find the image that best represents your answer.
The second is a timed sorting game, where you need to classify words and images into groups while avoiding mistakes. The sorting itself is quite straightforward; each set of words or images fits into either collaborative or independent, then pleasant or unpleasant.
The third is another abstract reasoning test, and this one is also timed. You will be presented with a series of images, numbers or shapes in a sequence. There will be a missing item at the end, and six possible answers that you can choose from.
The last is a scenario-based series of questions, based on your management of a fictional ski team. This is a situational judgement test, designed to see how you would act at work, how you make decisions and solve problems. Each situation will have several possible courses of action, and you need to choose the one that you think would be best.
Red Bull telephone interview
The first interview can be a video or telephone interview. This is probably the first chance you will have to have a proper conversation with the recruitment team, and it is based around your application form, CV and covering letter.
You can expect to be asked questions about why you want to work at Red Bull, what made you choose your area of business expertise, and what your future plans are.
You might be asked to provide examples of your experience and skills through these questions too, so it’s a good idea to think of concise ways to describe how you match with the requirements of the role.
Red Bull assessment centre
The assessment centre is the last stage of the recruitment process. All applicants who have been successful in the previous stage are invited to take part in a day of exercises and activities. The night before, all candidates meet for a meal and get to know each other.
On the day, candidates get the opportunity to meet other Red Bull employees and managers, and are under constant scrutiny by the recruiters.
Red Bull group activity
In the group activity stage, candidates are split into teams and asked to complete a task together. This might be something like building the tallest tower, creating a safe way to drop an egg from height, or something more business-related.
Through the group activity, you will be assessed on your team-working skills, leadership qualities and how well you communicate.
Red Bull case study exercise
Working with your team or alone, you will be provided with some business information about a new direction for the company. With this case study, you need to solve a problem and be prepared to present your solution to the recruitment team.
In this part of the day, the recruitment team wants to see how focused you can be on solving a problem, and how you work towards a solution.
Red Bull presentation
Presenting to the team what you have found out in the case study means you need to have clear communication skills. You will also have to think on your feet so as to answer questions about what you’ve discussed.
Red Bull competency-based interview
There might be more than one interview, depending on the position you are going for. The questions in this interview are competency-based, so you will need to provide examples from your experience either at work or elsewhere.
This will be easier if you know what the interviewers are looking for. You can find that out from the job description, which is full of detail about the role and the specific competencies and skills that are needed.
This is also an excellent time to show how much research you have completed on the role, the business area, and Red Bull as a global enterprise. You are likely to be asked some questions about this, so make sure your research is up to scratch.
Frequently asked questions
What candidates ask us most often
Are the Red Bull tests hard?
The difficulty of Red Bull’s tests can depend on your own skills and experience level. They are designed to be challenging to find the right fit for their vibrant team.
How do I prepare for Red Bull tests?
Preparing for Red Bull tests is all about practice. At Practice Aptitude Tests, we offer a wealth of practice tests to help you get comfortable with the format and questions you’ll face.
How long does the recruitment process take at Red Bull?
The length of the recruitment process at Red Bull can vary, but being prepared for their aptitude tests can help smooth your journey through their hiring stages.
What are Red Bull's core values?
Red Bull’s core values revolve around a passion for sports, lifestyle, and pushing boundaries, which is reflected in their workplace and initiatives.
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