I was referred to Idea Science through a friend who works there. The interview process was different and engaging compared to other interview processes I had been through previously and meant I really got to know the organisation and understood what the organisation was looking for. The first step involved a coffee chat with the COO to have an informal conversation about Idea Science as a company, history and future and talk through my own background and experiences. This meant I was able to see whether I was a good fit for Idea Science but more importantly for me, whether Idea Science was a good fit for me. After agreeing that Idea Science was a good fit on both sides, I was asked to prepare a short 5-10 minute presentation to a group of appropriate team members. As a university student when I applied, they encouraged me to explain any previous work experiences or university experiences. Given I hadn't had much experience in the industry, they were incredibly welcoming and understanding. Overall, the interview process was interesting and meant that I could understand the organisation well before making any decisions and the type of team I would be working with.