HOW TO ACE AN INTERVIEW Presented by

HOW TO ACE AN INTERVIEW Presented by

SOMETHING TO REMEMBER: All of our dreams can come trueif we have the courage to pursue them. - WALT DISNEY

THE INTERVIEW PROCESS PREINTERVIEW INTERVIEW POSTINTERVIEW

RESEARCH HISTORICAL AND FINANCIAL BACKGROUND Origins-founding principles & mission and vision of the company How well is the company doing financially? MACRO (THE BIG PICTURE) How well is the company doing in its respective industry? MICRO (MORE SPECIFIC) What is it like working for the company? Number of employees Employee rating Glassdoor PRE- Indeed

PREPARATION FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH VIDEO CHAT PLATFORMS Google Meet, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc. PREPARE YOUR TECHNOLOGY Test your technology the day before. You may consider doing a test run with a friend so they can provide feedback about the quality of your video and sound. PREPARE YOUR BACKGROUND Add a professional virtual background if your computer allows. If not, tidy your space or choose a blank wall. PRE-

FIRST IMPRESSION SKILLS: Dress for Success! REASONS More presentable and professional. When you are dressed your best, you tend to feel more confident. CUT Shirts and attire should be modest No slits in the front of skirts/dresses PRINT Minimal print to solid (no print) is best COLOR Dark Blue PRE- Black

How to Answer the "TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF" Question EDUCATION Begin with your year in WORK EXPERIENCE Discuss your current school, major (and position, if you are minor), and how you currently working. became interested in the Mention past jobs. field. Focus on transferable Skills you have learned through school projects. skills that would be valuable to employers in Mention on campus the field, professional membership/s and accomplishments, or organizations (especially NTERVIEW recognition you received. KEY STRENGTHS Based on your research FUTURE End with why you are of the organization, interested in working for mention two key the organization. strengths of yours that State that you look match the requirements forward to learning more of the organization. about how you might be able to contribute your skills, talents, and experience in the future.

NTERVIEW The CARR CONTEXT Technique Describe a specific event or situation. Give enough detail & context for the interviewer to understand. Draw from campus, work, or community experiences ACTION Describe the action that you took to address the situation. If you are describing a group project, focus on your role. RESULT What did you accomplish? If not success, what did you learn? RELATE How does this relate to the position you're applying for?

ASKING THE RIGHT The interview is a two-way communication QUESTIONS process Asking meaningful questions will demonstrate that your interest extends beyond seeking employment. What types of questions should you ask? Please describe an average day on the job? What is the next step in the hiring process? If you freeze, ask questions about what you would like to know about the job NTERVIEW

Interview Summary EXPAND Expand on key items listed on your resume/cover letter. Be sure to reference related, past experiences that fit the requirements of the position. SHARE Share your CARR stories that showcase past experiences. KNOW Know your strengths & weaknesses. Show how you have overcome at least ONE weakness. PREPARE Prepare a closing statement & questions.

Thank you! AFTER THE INTERVIEW SEND A THANK YOU NOTE OR EMAIL TO THE INTERVIEWER/S TO THANK THEM FOR THEIR TIME Only 20% of candidates do this. Send a letter or email to each person who interviewed you. Use this letter to add info you thought of later that will advance you as a candidate of choice. POST-

MAKE AN ONLINE APPOINTMENT OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm DROP-IN HOURS Monday-Thursday 2:00pm-4:00pm CONTACT INFORMATION Email: [email protected]

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