3. Before the Interview 1. Do your research! Know the company and what they do Industry Products/services News and updates Know the person interviewing you and what they do Know the position you are applying for
4. Before the Interview 2. Be Prepared Plan our your outfit and appearance Image is everything! When in doubt, wear business professional Bring copies of your resume
5. Before the Interview 2. Be Prepared Know answers to common interview questions Create spreadsheet of answers Prepare questions to ask them 3 questions about the company 3 questions about the position Practice!—Mock interviews
6. Common Interview Questions What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses? Why do you want to work for us? What are your short term and long term goals? Tell me about a time when… Do you have any questions for us?
7. During the Interview Early is on time, on time is late, late is unacceptable Arrive 5 minutes early Smile and have a firm handshake Be confident in your answers End answers in an assertive manner
8. During the Interview Body language Stay engaged by leaning forward Sit at the edge of the chair. Do not lean back Let hands fall on the table in front of you Do not hold hands together
9. During the Interview Address the interviewer’s concerns Ask them for feedback after the interview Think on top of your feet Be able to counter their argument and appease their concerns
10. After the Interview Be sure to thank them Ask for their contact information Send a thank you email within 24 hours of the interview Send a follow up email or call them if do not hear from them within time range given
