Preparation is key to interview success. You should plan to research the organization, anticipate questions you’ll be asked, practice your answers, and practice some more.
This community contains resources and advice that are designed to help you prepare for your next interview. If time is of the essence and you want a single resource that contains everything you need from start to finish, take a look at our packet titled “The Job Interview” (PDF). If you have more time, watch some of the instructional videos about interviewing or record a practice interview using InterviewPrep.
We also offer interviewing workshops and can meet with students to discuss interview strategies or for a practice interview.
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We know that some employers are using personality assessments in the hiring practices, but should this be encouraged? Better yet, how do we help students who may face an assessment during the hiring process?
As SHRM (the Society of Human …
By Victoria Barbeisch
Victoria BarbeischCommunications and Program Specialist, Career Services
Phone interviews are becoming increasingly common, especially for first round or preliminary interviews for different candidates. For job seekers, a phone interview can be a great opportunity to make a first impression.
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