The interviewing process can be scary if you don't
know what to expect. Being prepared and understanding
the process will assist you in being self-confident.
The following are some tips that will help you through
the interviewing process.
Before the Interview
- Understand
yourself, your strengths, and abilities. By identifying
these you will be able to understand what you have
to offer an employer. Be able to clearly state your
abilities and potential.
- Research
the company and know the principal products or services
provided by them. Be prepared with several questions
regarding the company, which will show your interest
in them.
- Look
Professional on the day of the interview. Dress appropriately.
First impressions are important.
- Review
the list of most frequently asked questions by employers
and start thinking about how you would answer those
questions.
- Be
on time. Whether you are going to be interviewed on
campus or at the company site, promptness is a must.
- Relax!
During the Interview
- Be
yourself and present yourself in an honest and sincere
manner. Be self -confident, but not arrogant and maintain
a pleasant, friendly, and courteous demeanor.
- Express your thoughts clearly, avoid using slang,
and avoid responding with just "yes" or
"no" answers.
- Stress
your abilities and accomplishments.
- Express
your interest in the company and the position you
are being interview for.
- Remain
flexible and open-minded.
- Ask
your prepared questions concerning the organization.
After the interview, don't forget to send a thank you
note to the interviewer expressing how how appreciative
you were for the interview and their time, as well as
expressing how the interview made you more excited about
the position.
Click here,
for a list of some frequently
asked questions by employers during an interview.
Click here, for informational interview sample questions.
If you want to practice your interviewing skills to
gain more comfort
with the process, visit or call the
Career Services office to set-up
a "mock interview" with a Career Counselor.
University of Hartford •
Career Services • GSU 309
200 Bloomfield Ave • West Hartford, CT 06117
tel: 860-768-4287 •
fax: 860-768-5141 •
email: career@hartford.edu
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