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Interview Training Workshop

Jessica Harlow

Lisa Dalrymple

Neelima Suryadevara

Sid Rokkam

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Agenda

Today, we will:

• Share best practices• Be an interview STAR• Video presentation • Discuss how an interviewer judges you• How to follow up after the interview• The mock interview• Question time

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Best Practices• Make a good and effective first impression

– Smile and have a constant pleasant eye contact– Give a firm handshake

• Showcase enthusiasm and interest in the job– Be more involved in the interview than just answering the

questions asked– Ask questions which will show you are very interested in the job

• Do your homework about the organization– It means you should know a little about the organization’s

history– Know the organization strategy– You can search the internet for answers

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Best Practices• Dress Code

– Don’t be underdressed– Dress what you will be comfortable to carry yourself in

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Best Practices• Arrive 10 minutes before the interview appointment• Ensure you had enough rest the night before as it helps you

function better during the interview• Answer questions supported with examples – we will discuss

this in detail in slides coming ahead

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STAR Approach• S – Situation• T – Task• A – Approach• R – Results

STAR Exercise

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Video Presentation• How to perform effectively in a job interview:

http://www.videojug.com/film/how-to-perform-effectively-in-a-job-interview

• How to make a good first impression:http://www.videojug.com/film/how-can-i-make-a-good-first-impression-2#playlist-urlname=how-to-perform-effectively-in-a-job-interview

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How an interviewer judges you:• Interviewer would already have studied your resume and

will ask specific questions from the resume• Dress to impress, but not to distract. Make a positive first

impression. • Interviewer may ask you a tricky question which will not

have a right or wrong answer. Tackle them by being thoughtful and taking your time.

• Interviewer will look for confidence, enthusiasm and technical knowledge.

• Interviewer will look for positivity and analytical answers rather than generic answers. Remember to use STAR.

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Following Up After an Interview• Thank You Notes: ALWAYS write a thank you note. Send an e-mail the

day of your interview, and write a hand-written note to put in the mail. Don’t pre-write the note.

• When to follow up about the job: It depends. What did your interviewer tell you about the timeline of the hiring process? If you do not hear anything, two weeks is a fair time to send a follow up e-mail asking if the job has been filled.

• Track what you learn: After your interview, write down what questions you were asked, with one thing you did well, and one thing you would improve. Use this information to practice for future interviews.

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Quiz

QUIZ - Interview Workshop

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Mock Interview

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Let’s have an open discussionon what we learned today.

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Thank You!