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. Check out the guides below for tips on what to expect before, during, and after an interview. If you have more time, watch some of the instructional videos about interviewing or record a practice interview using InterviewPrep.

We also offer regular interviewing workshops and can meet with you to discuss interview strategies or for a practice interview.

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Resources

Interviewing 101

PDF: The before, during, and after of a job interview.

InterviewPrep

Preparation is key to success in interviewing and we have a resource to help you. InterviewPrep allows you to complete …

Common Questions Asked by an Employer

While you can never be 100% sure what interviewers will ask you, it is always important to think about your …

Informational Interviews

PDF: An informational interview is an interview with someone currently working in a field of interest to you.

Handling Illegal Questions

While it can be unpredictable what questions an employer will ask you in a job interview, there are some questions …

PathwayU

Individuals who find their work purposeful experience greater job satisfaction and confidence in their career choices. This self-assessment tool is …

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