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INTERVIEWS

The document provides information about different types of interviews, preparing for interviews, common interview questions, tips for answering questions, proper interview attire, and interview etiquette. It discusses phone, in-person, panel, and group interviews. It offers advice on researching the employer, rehearsing answers, recognizing your strengths, relaxing during the interview, and speaking clearly. It also lists common interview questions and tips for answering questions about strengths, weaknesses, salary requirements, and leaving previous jobs.

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INTERVIEWS

The document provides information about different types of interviews, preparing for interviews, common interview questions, tips for answering questions, proper interview attire, and interview etiquette. It discusses phone, in-person, panel, and group interviews. It offers advice on researching the employer, rehearsing answers, recognizing your strengths, relaxing during the interview, and speaking clearly. It also lists common interview questions and tips for answering questions about strengths, weaknesses, salary requirements, and leaving previous jobs.

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 An interview is

a conversation where questions are asked


and answers are given. In common
parlance, the word "interview" refers to a
one-on-one conversation between
an interviewer and an interviewee
 The Telephone Interview
 The Face-to-Face Interview
 The Panel Interview
 The Group Interview
 The Sequential Interview
 If you are asked to do an interview for
a scholarship competition, it means
that you are a serious contender for
the award. But regardless of the
situation, the interview means you are
one step closer to winning
a scholarship or getting into the
college of your dreams.
An internship is an opportunity offered by
an employer to potential employees,
called interns, to work at a firm for a
fixed period of time.
Internships are an excellent way for you to
gain real world experience, network
with potential future coworkers and
managers, and are an excellent way
for you to build your resume and
ultimately help lay the groundwork
you’ll need to build the future of your
own career.
• Among those of hundreds of
applicants for a job, your resume
and cover letters were strong
enough to prompt a potential
employer to invite you for an
interview—Congratulations!
 Research- the Organization well
 Rehearse- a mock interview, dress the
part
 Recognize- your worth, Know yourself
 Relax- paying attention during the
interview
 Rhythm- speak clearly and calmly
 Duties of the position
 Compensation range
 Location
 Work schedules
 Benefits
 Education
 Experience, both paid and unpaid

Accomplishments and achievements

Skills and competencies

Community service

Clubs and organizations
 Extra-Curricular activities

Work ethics

Values
 It’s important to listen during your
interview and not anticipate questions.
 Respond in a clear and concise
manner.
 Stay on topic and do not ramble.
 Be sure to make eye contact and
enunciate!
 Above all else, answer all questions
honestly. Interviewers can tell when you
are embellishing or making up answers
to impress them.
Here’s a list of questions that you should consider your
answers for when preparing…

 Why do you want this job?


 Why are you the best person for the job?
 What relevant experience do you have?
 Why are you interested in working for this company?
 What can you contribute to this company?
 What do you know about this company?
 What challenges are you looking for in a position?
 Why do you want to work for this company?
 Why should we hire you?
 What are your salary requirements?
 Tell me about yourself. (Don’t ramble.
Stay focused on those things about
yourself that make you best qualified
for the job.)
 What are your strengths? (Make sure
you know what they are before you
get to the interview. Make a list.)
 What are your weaknesses? (Careful
of this one. What you say can and will
be held against you.)
• Everyone has a weakness. A weakness is a
deficient skill that you have or need to improve. A
weakness is not a character flaw.
• Be honest and always use an example that is NOT
job-related.
• Always describe the weakness in the past tense
and discuss briefly how you have improved.
• Avoid trite answers such as, “I am a perfectionist.”
• AN EXAMPLE : “My greatest weakness would have
to be speaking in public. I don't think it's something
that comes naturally to me, so I've taken courses X
and Y to get some practice, as well as put myself
in situations where I was forced to improve."
 How would your current (or last) boss
describe you? (Be honest . . . They may be
talking to him/her)
 How do you react to criticism? (This is not the
time for ego)
 Give an example of a risk you took at work or
school and how it turned out. What did you
learn from the outcome? -STAR Approach
 Situation, Task, Action, Result.
 Why should we hire you over other finalists for
this position? (Of course, you won’t know
their credentials, so focus on your own.)
 Why do you want to leave your current
employer?
 OR why did you leave your last job?
(Positive, positive. A prospective employer
doesn’t want to hear a litany of grievances
against your current employer.)
 You know yourself and what you have to offer.
 You know you and the position are a match.
 You know the organization’s history and the
benefits you would bring to it.
 You have prepared a professional resume.
 You’ve practiced, practiced, practiced
your delivery.
 You’ve selected appropriate attire
 PROFESSIONAL DRESS REQUIREMENTS – YOU
MUST WEAR A SUIT!
 Conservative dark suit
 No visible body piercing, tattoos
 Polished, closed-toe dress shoes
 Minimal jewelry
 Conservative hair style (cut and styled)
 No cologne or perfume
 Well–groomed
 Minimal make-up
 Conservative hem and necklines
 Pressed shirt/blouse
Prepare a travel folder that includes:
• Name, address and phone number of the
organization and your contact
• Directions – make sure you know where you are
going; take a practice drive before if possible
• Copies of your resume and reference sheet; paper
and pen
• List of questions you will ask
• Professional portfolio (if applicable)
• Take time to compose yourself when you arrive.
The interview begins when you step out of the car.
• Greet everyone in a friendly and professional
manner; often staff are asked their opinion of
candidates.
• Greet interviewer by name, with a smile, and direct
eye contact.
• Offer a firm, not bone-crushing, handshake.
• Be calm; be aware of non-verbal/body language.
Articulate what’s in your resume.
• Be self-assured, not arrogant.
• Relate your knowledge, skills and abilities
directly to the job.
• Show your passion.
• Tell and sell your story.

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