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- A structured meeting
between you and an
employer
- Interviewing is a skill-
like riding your bike
- PRACTICE makes
PERFECT
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- Employers are
attempting to determine
if you are an
appropriate fit for the
job and their culture
- You decide if the
environment is right for
you.
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Phone: used as an initial screen of candidates or tonarrow the pool of applicants
One-on-One: most common interview style andincorporates you with the potential employer
Panel or Group: allows many individuals to interviewyou at once
Meal: used to see how you interact or function in asocial setting
Second or On-site Interview: this allows one to get atour of the facility, meet the staff, and additionalquestioning from different employees and/oradministration
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Be sure to allow yourself plenty of time to
arrive at your destination (you may want to
conduct a dry run prior to your interview day)
Try to arrive 10-15 minutes early at the siteto allow you to park, walk to the interview, use
the restroom, or just gather yourself
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Greeting & Introduction
Only 1 chance to make
a good 1st impression
Dress appropriately
Smile
Maintain eye contact
Firm handshake
Be confident
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Body Language:
What signals are you sending?Positive Signals
Leaning forward = interest
Smiling = friendly
Nodding = attentive and alert
Eye contact = curious and
focused
Negative Signals Crossed arms = defensive
Fidgeting hands or tapping
feet = nervous or bored
Lack of eye contact =untrustworthy
Leaning back= discomfort
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Types of Interview Questions
Standard or
traditional-targeting your education,
work experiences, andcareer goals
Sample Questions
Tell me about yourself?
What is your greatest strength?
Weakness?
Why did you choose to interview
with us?
What did you like most about
your last job? Least?
What are your short and long
term career goals?
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Types of Interview Questions
Behavioral Questions
-These focus on your
actions and/or
behaviors in a previous
setting.
- Past behavior provides
clues to future behavior
Sample Questions
Describe a time you had to
make a difficult decision?
Tell me about a time you
worked under a deadline?
What do you do when a team
member is not pulling his/her
weight?
Think about a time you made
a mistake. What did you learn
from it?
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Types of Interview Questions
Inappropriate or unethical
questions
- Questions which probe into your
private life or personal
background- Questions about your ethnicity,
religion, sexual orientation,
disabilities, marital status
Sample Questions
How old are you?
Do you have children?
Do you have adisability?
What religion do you
practice?
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Types of Interview Questions
Questions asked by the
interviewee
To determine if you are an
appropriate fit for the
company and position,
prepare a list of
questions for the
interviewer
Sample Questions What type of assignments can I
expect within the first year?
What do you like most aboutthis company?
What is the biggest challengefacing this department rightnow?
What skills are you looking for inthis position?
What is the next course of
action?
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General Interview Strategies
-Be prepared to talk about yourself and your
experiences
-Master the art of storytelling
-Provide specific and concrete examples of yourresults/accomplishments
-Remain positive, enthusiastic, poised, and confident
throughout the interview process
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General Interview Strategies
Remember an interview is a formal conversation--avoid filler words like Um, Ah, & You know
Avoid indecisive phrases like: I think, I guess,probably, or pretty good
Think before speaking Avoid long verbose answers--limit your response to
1-2 minutes
If you do not hear or understand a question, ask them
to repeat or clarify it for you
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General Interview Strategies
Remain calm, relaxed,
and be yourself
Try to focus on the
message you are trying
to convey--NOT how
well you are doing!
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Dressing for Success-Men
Blazer
Polished shoes
Solid white shirt
Conservative tie
Neatly groomed hair, beard,and mustache
Avoid strong colognes,
earrings, and body piercing
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Dressing for Success-Women
Sari or Salwar Kamiz
Pant or skirt suit
Pumps with small tomedium heels
Light makeup, perfume,
and jewelry
Wear neutral colorhosiery
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FOLLOW-UP
Ask good questions
Thank the interviewer
Request a business card
Inquire about next steps in the process
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FOLLOW-UP CONT
Send a thank you note
within 24 hours
Letter may be
handwritten or typed; e-
mail is also acceptable
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Final Thoughts
Remember that only 15% of the success ofan interview is out of your control
Take some time to reflect
- Overall, how well did I do?- What went well?
- What steps can I take next time to
improve?
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Suggestions
Conduct a test run the day before the interview
Practice! Practice! Practice!
Obtain a list of practice interview questions and jotdown short answers
Stand in front of a mirror and rehearse youranswers
Schedule an appointment for a mock interview withCareer Services
Get a good nights sleep-be well rested and alert forthe interview
Be relaxed and be yourself!
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Thanking you
&
All the best !