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Page 1: Preparation What to bring Appearance Traditional interview Phone interview Final notes

Interviewing 101

Page 2: Preparation What to bring Appearance Traditional interview Phone interview Final notes

Preparation What to bring Appearance Traditional

interview Phone interview Final notes

Page 3: Preparation What to bring Appearance Traditional interview Phone interview Final notes

Start with a BANG! Not with an oh.

Know the interview location and how to get there› Allow MORE than enough time to get there

Check for construction or other delays› Visit before hand

Get plenty of rest the night before Find out the name of your interviewer

before hand Reduce stressors Be positive, upbeat, energetic and confident

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Preparation

Research the organization Know how you are qualified for the job

› Look at the job description and functions Be ready to relate your experiences or skills to

the prospective job Practice answering common questions

› “Why should I hire you?”› Use the S.T.A.R. technique

Situation, Task, Action, Result Have a friend or family member conduct a mach

interview› Schedule one with Career Services

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What to bring with you Resume and references

› Bring extra copies› Get permission from references prior to giving them

out Application

› Or the information to be able to fill it out (i.e.- the dates of employment, company names, supervisors names and correct contact info)

School transcripts› Verify if they need to be official or unofficial

Identification› Social Security Number› Driver’s License

Leave your cell phone in the car

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Appearance

It is better to be over-dressed than under-dressed

Make sure hair is combed and neat, clothes are professional (not wrinkly), minimal makeup and perfume or cologne

No bulky jewelry Do not chew gum, smoke, or drink coffee Be mindful of visible piercings or tattoos

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Clothing

Women Skirt or pant suit

› Make sure the skirt is long enough that you can sit comfortably

Coordinated blouse Conservative shoes Neutral pantyhose Neatly manicured

nails

Men Solid colored suit Long-sleeved dress

shirt (white or coordinated with suit)

Belt Tie Dark socks Dress shoes Neatly trimmed nails

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The Interview Be early Use good manners with everyone you

meet- even in the parking lot Learn the name of your interviewer

and greet them with a firm handshake Answer each question concisely

› It is ok to take a moment and gather your thoughts

› Do not spit out a prepared or scripted answer Be honest and sincere

Use proper English› Avoid slang, um, like, ah, ya know› NO profanity

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Questions to ask

Ask questions about the organization and/or the position, but make sure the answers are not something easily found on the company website› Make sure the questions are relevant

Avoid asking questions about salary, vacation, time-off or other benefits until the job is offered

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A phone interview?

Prepare as though it were a normal interview Have your resume, a list of strengths and

weaknesses, employment and education history, and the job description next to you

Keep a pen and paper close by to take down notes or information

Clear the room of distraction› TV, radio, kids, computer

Use a landline versus a cell phone unless you know there will be no disruption in your cell

service

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During the phone interview

Remember they cannot see your facial expressions or body language

Do not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum› Water would be ok to wet your mouth

Speak slowly and annunciate Address the person with their title unless they

say it is ok to use their first name Gather your thoughts before answering Keep your answers short Ask if you can set up a time to meet in person

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After the interview

Thank the interviewer for the opportunity

Shake hands when you leave Send a follow up thank you note