Interview Tips

• Screening Interview
  This may be by telephone. The interviewer wants to know if you meet minimum qualifications. This is usually followed up by another in- person interview.
• Structured Interview
  The interviewer has a written job description against which to match your qualifications.
• Unstructured Interview The interviewer can ask you about any area of experience and does not concentrate on specific areas of the job description.
• Multiple Structured Interview You are asked to talk with a series of individuals on specific areas of the job description.
• Stress Interview
  The interviewer tries to see how you react under pressure. You are asked questions which make you uncomfortable.
• Situational Interview
  Problems which you might see on the job are set-up and you are asked to respond.
• Group Interview
  Tips when you are interviewed by two or more people:
  • Prepare in advance, as much as possible.
  • Try to anticipate questions you might be asked and prepare your answers.
  • Learn about the organization (the web is best).
  • Prepare the questions you want to ask in advance.
  • Take a copy of your resume and references with you.
  • Make the best first impression possible.
  • Stand when greeting interviewer.
  • Have good eye contact.
  • Show confidence.

Some typical questions you may be asked:

• Tell me about yourself.
• What are your strengths/weaknesses?
• What job do you want long term?
• What do you know about our company?
• Why should we hire you?
• What is your greatest accomplishment?
• Why do you want to change jobs?

Be sure to follow up the interview with a thank-you note.