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TYPES OF INTERVIEWS
On-campus interviews
• Screening interviews
On site interviews
• Second round interviews
One-on-one
Panel interviews
Group interviews
Over a meal
REVIEW-QUESTIONSBe prepared for questions about resume
Be familiar with contents of resume
Typically asked questions:
“Why should we hire you?”
“Tell me about one of your weaknesses...”
“Why do you feel that this company will be a career for you rather than a job?”
“Name two management skills that you think you have?”
“What characteristics are most important in a good manager? How have you displayed one of them?”
REVIEW
Questions from you
• How soon do you expect to make your decision?• Why is this position open?• Can you tell me some of the qualities you are looking for in a manager trainee?• Do you have a mentoring program for new hires?• How supportive is the employer of continuing education ?
Interview starter questions from employer• Tell me what you know about our……… ?• Tell me about yourself?
PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW
Familiarity with hospital or organization location
Rehearse-mock interviews, record it, use CS
Copy of resume updated & in folder
• References included/• Few questions prepared for
interviewer at end of interview
Visualize setting, positive interview
Anticipate stressors
What to wear
FIRST IMPRESSIONSMen Women
Suit, JacketPressed shirtNo phones
Suit, Plain jewelryNo perfumeHair groomed
DRESS-RULES OF THUMB-No sleeveless shirts
-Have your clothes pressed
-No open toe shoes
-Pantyhose for women, socks for men
-Clothes should be comfortable
• avoid too tight, too short
-Shoes• Polished, comfortable
-Socks/Hose• Do not go without socks/hose
-Belts• If have belt loops, wear a belt
-Jewelry• Minimal
-Purse/Leather Notebook
HINTSDress for the position you want, not the position you have
Men
• Wear a white t-shirt under dress shirt
(Helps with perspiration)• Have someone help you tie your tie
Women
• Pull hair back• Go easy on make up• One ring per hand
DIFFERENT CLOTHING TYPES
Professional Dress (this is YOU!)• Interview outfit• Daily clothing for professional office setting
Business Casual Dress• Dress down Fridays or casual office environment• Career Fair
Casual Dress• Company picnic• Traveling for work
DAY OF THE INTERVIEW
Fresh shower, well groomed
Leave plenty of time for mishaps
Eat prior to the interview• Avoid too much caffeine and sugar
Arrive early• 10-15 minutes ample time
• too early makes interviewers nervous
When arriving at the location, be courteous to all employees
BEHAVIORAL INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
Examples of Behavior-Based Questions: •Give me an example of a time when you handled a customer complaint. (customer service behavior)•Please describe a situation in which you experienced a lot of pressure in meeting deadlines. How did you handle the situation? (prioritization and planning skills, time management) •Tell us about a time when you had to communicate under difficult circumstances with a customer or a colleague. (communication skills)Questions from You:What responsibilities would I have in this position?What is a day like at Legg Mason and?What growth opportunities are available?What is the orientation and training process?
CLOSING AND FOLLOWING-UP
Closing the interview• Employer initiates-Standing up, shaking hands• “Thank-you for interviewing”• Let employer know you are interested
Prepare closing statement
“Thank you for taking the time to interview me, I’m very interested in this position...”
Sending a thank-you note• within 24 hours
• hand written• computer generated-buy it • Email
Expect to hear within 7-10 work days