THE INTERVIEW…
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THE INTERVIEW…
PREPARE & PRACTICE
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Parts of an interview Greetings and small talk Interviewer gives details of the
position and the organization Interviewer asks you questions You ask the employer questions Closing: What are the next steps
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Prepare for all aspects of the interview!
Research the employer. Practice sample interview
questions. Write down questions to ask.
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Learn as much as you can about the employer!
Approximate number of employees Products and/or services Types of clients Growth and financial stability Competition Mission/Values/Vision statements Typical career path
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Know Yourself!In order to convince an employer to hire you, you need to have a focus.
Think of your goals, interests, strengths, and experiences. Be able to discuss them.
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Types of interview questions
Broad-based questions such as:
Why do you want to work with us?
What are your strengths/weaknesses?
Why did you choose this major/career?
Where do you see yourself in five years?
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The ice-breaker…or nerve rattler!
“Tell Me About Yourself”
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Have a concise, relevant response.
I am a sophomore majoring in Chemical Engineering. I chose this major because I have always liked math and science and I have a natural curiosity for how things work. When I researched different majors, Chemical Engineering seemed to offer the most potential for leading me to a career I would enjoy. I am active in several organizations on campus and I am eager to begin a Co-op to apply what I know and also learn more about this field.
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Behavioral based questions
STAR:Situation TaskAction(s) takenResult of your action(s)
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Situation and TaskDescribe the situation you were in and the task you needed to accomplish. You must describe a specific event or situation, not a generalized description of what you have done in the past. Be sure to give enough detail for the interviewer to understand. This situation can be from a previous job, from a volunteer experience, or any relevant event.
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ActionDescribe the action you took and be sure to keep the focus on you. Even if you are discussing a group project or effort, describe what you did -- not the efforts of the team. Don't tell what you might do, tell what you did.
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ResultWhat happened? How did the event end? What did you accomplish? What did you learn?
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Sample behavioral based questions:
Describe a situation in which you….…employed good time management
skills.…had to persuade someone to do
something.…had to make a split second decision.
…had to go beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.
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Give me an example of a time when you showed initiative.
Example of Setting up the Situation:After working one week at my summer job with XYZ, the person who supervised my position left. I was asked to take on some of his responsibilities until a replacement was hired. I didn’t mind helping out, but I was a little anxious about being so new and taking on a higher level of responsibility.
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Example of Describing the Task:
One of the assignments I was given involved contacting vendors to confirm delivery dates of inventory items. The vendor numbers and delivery dates were written in a notebook and in some cases, it was difficult to interpret the notes.
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Example of Describing the Action
When I had a little down time between customers, I created a record in Excel showing vendor names, numbers, inventory items being shipped, dates and any adjustments being made to the order. I also recorded the date of the confirmation call so the new assistant manager would know that status.
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Example of Stating the ResultWhen the manager asked if I had been
able to reach all the vendors, I showed him the Excel program letting him know I could transfer the information back into the notebook if he preferred.
He was pleased with the file I created and asked me to explain the process to the other staff. He also asked if I could set up files for other data.
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When preparing for the interview…
Think of examples you might share if asked about:
Showing initiative ~ Juggling responsibilitiesLeading ~ Coping with disappointment ~ Using logic to solve a problem ~ Achieving ~Working under pressure ~ ETC!
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WHAT TO ASK THEM What is a typical day like for this
position? How are employees trained? Evaluated? Does each employee have a mentor? What type of assignments might I expect
during the first six months? What is the biggest challenge the
organization faces today? *Think of what YOU want to know!
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Save $$$ questions until the 2nd interview
In the first interview, keep the focus on your qualifications and interest in the job.
You can inquire about $$, benefits, vacation, etc. during the 2nd interview.
Know your worth!!! Research salary ranges (in the geographical area) for an entry levelemployee with qualifications similar to yours.
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AFTER THE INTERVIEW… Inquire about next step. Close with a smile and a handshake. Send a thank-you note to everyone
with whom you interviewed. Make sure you have an appropriate
outgoing voice-mail message and a good system for receiving messages.
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Make the first impression a GOOD one! Arrive ten minutes early unless
they ask you to arrive even sooner for paperwork.
Be pleasant and professional to everyone!
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When you first arrive, you may be asked to complete an
application.
Follow directions. Print clearly; be neat. They notice! Avoid providing negative information. If you don’t have a lot of experience,
emphasize education, volunteer work, etc.
If something seems unclear, ask.
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Posture, Expression & Handshake Sit straight with legs uncrossed or
crossed at ankles. Stand straight with shoulders back
and eyes ahead. Smile!!! Offer a firm, but not crushing,
handshake.
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Dress Professionally; Groom Conservatively
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Women’s Business Professional: Suits or jackets and pants with button
down shirts or pull over tops /camisoles and simple accessories
Jackets worn either with pants or skirts are business professional appropriate.
Always wear plain style, neutral colored hose to interviews.
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Women’s Shoes: Choose shoes with
closed toes and moderate heels that do not impede walking
For interviews, black, navy, or neutral colored shoes are recommended
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Women’s Accessories: Don’t! Large and “dangly” earrings can be
distracting. Choose smaller, more conservative styles.
Don’t carry a purse with a briefcase. Choose one or the other for interviews.
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Head-to-Toe Mirror Check Hair: neatly groomed, not
distracting Make-up: conservative, minimal Breath: fresh/clean Cologne/perfume: minimal if any
at all
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Mirror Check Continued… Jewelry: conservative, minimal Piercings: ears for women,
anything else is a risk Nails: clean, neatly manicured Clothes: clean, pressed
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Resources http://www.quintcareers.com http://www.jobweb.com http://www.careerbuilder.com http://www.collegegrad.com http://www.wetfeet.com www.careerjournal.com/jobhunting Great Interview; Eyre, Osen, Williams
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Look for these helpful items in theJones Resource Center, 336 Ferguson: Numerous books with interviewing
tips, sample questions, advice for handling tough questions, etc.
Handouts with sample questions including behavioral-based questions and questions a candidate should ask
Lists of Web sites providing information on all career-related topics