What Is A Virtual Job Tryout?
The Virtual Job Tryout Assessment (VJT), uses predictive modeling to assess a candidate's job-related performance. The Tryouts give candidates a chance to see what the job is like, while the results help employers measure what type of worker the candidate might be.
The Virtual Job Tryout includes several sub-tests, each of which addresses a different aspect of the work you are applying for.
The length of each section can vary as the questions are job-specific. Someone in the education field might encounter more text and excerpt related questions, while someone in banking might encounter more multiple-choice questions.
Situational Judgment Test – The SJT will present you with hypothetical scenarios related to the job you are applying for.
Almost every company using the Virtual Job Tryout assessment tests includes some sort of a SJT sub-test. First, you will be presented with a work-related scenario, followed by four statements. After reading the scenario and the possible reactions, you will be asked to choose what you would be Most or Least likely to do. The type, length, and number of questions you’ll get depend on the nature of the job you applied to.
Ranking Activities Test – This sub-test aims to measure your work style and prioritization abilities. You will need to review four activities that are typical in the job you applied for, decide how urgent they are, and rank the order in which you would handle them (from 1 to 4).
Data Analysis Test – This sub-test is very common for managerial or analyst roles and is designed to measure your ability to process and analyze data. In the data analysis test you will be presented with data graphs or tables, which you will need to analyze in order to select the correct answer.
Biodata Section – Every VJT includes a section usually called “Tell Us Your Story.” This is your employer's opportunity to learn more about your previous work history, education, or even with regard to your life outside work.
Personality Test – This central part of the VJT examines your preferred work style and approach to work, as well as personality traits that relate to your suitability with the job and the organization as a whole. On these virtual job tryout questions you will see two statements that from which you must choose which is most like you.
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Important Note: The VJT online assessment tests are untimed, and the system will show you the approximate time needed to finish every section before you start it. However, if you answer the questions too slowly, it could negatively affect your score.
That’s why our PrepPacks™ have many timed practice drills – to help you improve your performance under pressure while gaining in-depth understanding of the different types of virtual job tryout questions.
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The following virtual job tryout questions are taken from situational judgement test, and closely resemble what you could face on your VJT:
1. John is a well-respected manager in the firm. He has a lot of experience and has been with the organization for a long time. Unfortunately, John was recently caught taking refreshments from the snack bar without paying for them. He was warned that he could be dismissed if he continued to behave in this manner. However, someone noticed John getting more refreshments from the snack bar last week before heading home.
What would you do in this situation?
2. Henry is working on a significant company project. He puts in long hours and makes crucial progress. In the team meeting, Anne, Henry’s boss, asks him to work on a new project, saying it is more vital. Henry realizes that the new project will take most of his time.
How would you most likely handle this situation if you were in Henry’s place?
The following question is taken from the What Drives You section, which allows CVS to learn about what motivates you, and your preferred work environment.
3. I would like to work where:
The preferred answer is “I enjoy arriving at work every morning,” since it focuses on “Joy” which is an intrinsic motivation source, while the other option deals with your tendency to rely on others.
The Amazon hiring process employs a variety of assessments to select the right candidates, and Amazon’s assessments differ greatly between positions. The two positions that require a VJT assessment are the Manager in Operations position and the Warehouse Team Member.
Here's a short video that dives into the Amazon VJT:
The Amazon VJT is built of five sections, as follows:
The Amazon VJT could be what stands between you and a rewarding career with Amazon. Learn more about how to prepare and ace the Amazon Area Manager and Operations Manager assessments on our specialized Amazon VJT page.
*Taking the Amazon Ramsay Test is often also a requirement for maintenance positions. Click here to learn more.
As the world's biggest employer, Walmart processes thousands of daily applicants for a wide variety of positions. This is why the Walmart hiring process is one of the most competitive ones out there, and the Walmart Shaker assessment is the most central and challenging part of the application process.
Walmart uses a variety of assessments in its recruitment process. Since each Walmart assessment includes different Virtual Job Tryout assessment sub-tests, we highly recommend checking out our dedicated pages for the most accurate info, practice tests, and free practice questions:
With highly competitive recruitment processes such as the Walmart Virtual Job Tryout, coming prepared can help you stand out above the competition, making all the difference in your chances of landing the job.
Learn more about how to prepare and pass the Walmart VJT on our specialized prep pack pages: RAA | TEA | SEA | MEA | SCA
As of April 2019, the USPS added four exams to their application process, named USPS Virtual Entry Assessments (aka VJTs), which replaced the old Postal Exam 473. Although the passing score for the USPS VJTs is 70, the USPS ranks candidates by their test scores - meaning you will need to not only pass the test but achieve a high score to be considered a top candidate.
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*Note: it is highly recommended that you take the exam on your computer rather than your smartphone to avoid technical issues.
Here's a short video that dives into this test:
USPS Virtual Entry Assessment MC (474) - used for Mail Carrier jobs.
USPS Virtual Entry Assessment MH (475) - used for Mail Handler or Mail Handler assistant jobs.
USPS Virtual Entry Assessment MP (476) - used in the screening process for many roles, including those for Mail Processing Clerk, PSE Mail Processing Clerk, Casual Mail Processing Clerk, Data Conversion Operator, PSE Data Conversion Operator, and Casual Data Conversion Operator.
This online exam is practically identical to the 475 assessment and includes the same format and test sections:
USPS Virtual Entry Assessment CS (477) - used to evaluate candidates interested in the following USPS roles: Sales Service & Distribution Associate, PSE Sales Service & Distribution Associate, and Casual Sales Service & Distribution Associate.
Virtual Job Tryouts present many pitfalls that could mean you missing out on the job you're after. Luckily, with accurate preparation, you can learn how to avoid the pitfalls and give the best representation of your skills through your VJT answers.
Learn more about how you can maximize your chances of passing the USPS VJT with our specialized preparation packs: 474 | 475 | 476 | 477
The CVS Virtual Job Tryout is used to select candidates for a number of positions, with each positions including different sub-tests. Some positions also require passing an interview, which you can read more about on our CVS interview page.
Some of the most popular positions at CVS that require taking a VJT are:
CVS Pharmacist - The pharmacy positions at CVS play the most integral role in the company, making the competition for each spot fierce.
CVS Pharmacy Technician - this position requires high attention to detail and deep pharmaceutical knowledge. On this VJT test you’ll get these sub-tests:
CVS Cashier - The typical responsibilities of CVS cashiers include stock, customer service, and sales duties. The cashier position requires these VJT sub-tests:
CVS Store Manager - In the CVS store management team, you will be supervising and managing the store team, sales, inventory, and lead the customer service in your branch.
As the USA's leading health retail chain, CVS have a responsibility towards their customers to only hire the best candidates for the job. At JobTestPrep, we have built a specialized preparation pack that will allow you to take the actual test fully prepared and ready to stand out above the competition. Start practicing today!
Bank of America uses Virtual Job Tryouts in the application process for three major positions: Client Service Positions, Relationship Banker and Relationship Manager.
Our experts are still working on BOA’s virtual job tryout PrepPacks (stay tuned), but these are the major VJTs that Bank of America uses:
Client\Service Positions - Bank of America uses a specified Virtual Job Tryout assessment for most client related positions. That includes customer service representatives or specialists, relationship specialists and SB service positions (card core, depositing servicing, priority services etc.).
This type of VJT is also used as the “Universal Fit Assessment” of Bank of America, so if you are asked to complete the Universal Fit Assessment - this is the test you’ll get.
Relationship Banker - As a Relationship Banker, you’ll be responsible for introducing and processing various banking choices for your clients.
Do you have more questions about the Bank of America VJT? Don't hesitate to reach out to our Banking and Finance expert at: ask_avia@jobtestprep.com.
Delta use a virtual job tryout to assess candidates for customer facing positions, such as flight attendants and customer success representatives. The six parts of the Delta VJT are:
Do you have more questions about the Delta VJT? Don't hesitate to reach out to our Delta expert at: ask_asif@jobtestprep.com, or visit our site for more information - Delta VJT Page.
There are many other employers that use Virtual Job Tryouts in their application process to assess candidates, like Sutherland, Capital One, Comcast, Wells Fargo, Quicken Loans, AT&T, Kimberly Clark, and more. We're currently working on creating accurate PrepPacks™ for these assessments. We expect to launch it in the coming months.
For more information regarding your upcoming virtual job tryout and the preparation opportunities offered by JobTestPrep, please contact us at ask_jonathan@jobtestprep.com