Mastering the Job Interview Process
Learn how to prepare for a job interview effectively, from researching the company to practicing common questions and dressing professionally. Discover essential steps during the interview itself, including maintaining eye contact, staying calm, and asking insightful questions. Finally, don't forget the importance of follow-up with thank you notes.
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STEM CDI October 2014 THE JOB INTERVIEW
STEPS IN THE INTERVIEW PROCESS Preparation At the Interview Follow-up
PREPARATION Research on Company Prepare for Common Questions Prepare Questions for Interviewer What do you want them to know about you Your Game Look Practice
PREPARATION Research on Company Annual Reports Financial Data (maybe not for an internship) New Releases and Articles Information about Products and Services Industry Trends Employee Views on Company Shifts in Management Personnel; Corporate Culture Wall Street Outlook for Company
PREPERATION Prepare for Common Questions Tell me a little about yourself . Name Hometown School Plans Maybe 1 hook What area of (insert field here) do you see your self specializing in? Where do you see yourself in 5 10 years? What do you see as the trends in (insert industry here)?
PREPARATION Prepare Questions for the Interviewer: Use this to do the following: Show your knowledge of the position, company and industry. See if this is the right fit for you. Company trends? What are you looking for in someone for this position? What is the prevailing management style?
PREPARATION What do you want them to know about you: Make a list of skills, qualities and experiences that you want to be sure get out during the interview.
PREPARATION Your Game Look Clothing: Neat, Professional, according to company/industry standards Hair: Neat, tidy, professional Shoes: comfortable but professional Body Art: To cover or not
THE INTERVIEW Smile Firm handshake. Maintain eye contact. Stay calm. Be confident. Make sure you answer the questions. Don t get rattled by an unexpected question Take notes
FOLLOW-UP Send thank you notes E-mail is OK but handwritten is better If you were asked for additional information, send it ASAP.
