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Interview
do's and dont's
Research the job and company
"The Interview"
"Helpful tips" by w. dean lee
Helpful tips for the interview
10 reasons for rejection
20 commonly asked interview questions
Questions you should ask
A note on ethics
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Nine
Interviewing Tips from W. Dean Lee
- Dress
conservatively. Hopefully you will have learned enough about the
company to know what is appropriate to wear, but when in doubt,
overdress.
- Be
prepared to meet good and bad interviewers. Some interviewers
will seem aggressive, prejudiced, one-sided, stressful, inattentive
or unprepared; others will be top-notch professionals.
- Be
punctual. Arrive a few minutes early to give yourself time to
freshen up. If an emergency comes up that will result in tardiness
or even absence, call Career Services at 378-4859 if it is an
on-campus interview. For off-campus interviews, contact the company
immediately to inform the interviewer of your situation. There
is nothing worse than an unexplained no-show.
- Make
a good first impression. A firm handshake, eye contact, and a
gracious greeting are good starters. Do not be seated until invited
to do so. Sit up squarely and comfortably. Think about the message
your body language is conveying.
- Answer
questions carefully. In other words, think before you speak. Provide
a well-formulated, concise answer (less than two minutes). Be
honest. Accentuate the positive and elaborate on the areas in
which you are especially knowledgeable. Never volunteer negative
information about yourself, another person, or the company. If
you are asked about your weaknesses, give just one and make it
something that will not affect your performance in the job for
which you are applying.
- Pay
attention and maintain good eye contact. Let the interviewer finish
questions uninterrupted. Give him or her your full attention.
Don't ask questions that have already been answered. Take note
of key phrases the interviewer uses and incorporate them in your
answers. Most important, listen well.
- Remain
professional at all times. Everything you say and do should be
centered on why you are the most qualified candidate for the position.
Don't try to "buddy" the interviewer. Everything you
say and do is being noted by the interviewer and will be considered
when the final decision is made.
- Ask
insightful questions. Show your interest and enthusiasm by asking
sincere questions.
- Say
thank you. Follow up with a letter expressing your appreciation
and also mentioning any vital information you may have left out.
If you don't hear from the interviewer by the time you both agreed
on, follow-up with a phone call to see where things stand.
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