Monday, May 9, 2011

Types of Interviews and What to Expect

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Telephone Screening Interview: A call from an employer to screen you and other candidates for essential criteria. Tip: Have your job search records organized and handy. Refer to your resume as needed.
In-person Screening Interview: An in-person screening for initial impressions of your attitude, interest, and professional style. Tip: You may not be meeting with the final decision maker, but don’t slack off. Sell yourself as you would in a “regular” interview.
Selection Interview: In-depth questions on your qualifications used to evaluate your ability to fit in. Tip: Establish rapport with everyone you meet (before and after the actual interview). Sell yourself as a natural addition to the team.
Work Sample Interview: An opportunity to demonstrate your specific skills. May be a display of your portfolio or a demonstration of your skills. Tip: Run through different ways to describe the projects in your portfolio. Practice your presentation until it is smooth.
Peer Group Interview: A meeting with your prospective coworkers, who will evaluate how well you fit in. Tip: Don't forget to smile. It shows confidence.
Group or Panel Interview: Three or more people who will ask you questions on your qualifications and evaluate how you fit in. Tip: Direct your answer to the person who asked the question, but try to maintain eye contact with all group members.
Luncheon Interview: Interview conducted in a restaurant to assess how well you handle yourself in social situations. Tip: Pick easy things to eat so you can answer questions and pay attention to the conversation.
Stress Interview: Questions intended to make you uncomfortable. This is usually a test of how you will handle stress on the job. Tip: Keep your cool and take your time in responding to the questions. Don't take anything personally.
Video Conference Interview:  A “person-to-person” interview by video. Tip: Practice before a video camera or mirror if facing a camera during an interview makes you nervous.

Preparation is the key to a successful interview. Spend time getting ready for your interview. Review common interview questions and practice answering them with someone else or in front of a mirror. On the big day, remember to:

Be on time or early
Go by yourself
Look professional
Shake hands firmly
Maintain eye contact
Bring your sense of humor and SMILE!

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