Interviewing Tips
- When greeting an interviewer use his or her full name proceeded by Mr./Ms./Mrs./Dr.
Be sure to get the right pronunciation of the interviewer’s name prior to arriving
- Bring with you extra copies of your resume, transcript, references, examples of previous work/projects, and a pen
- Dress conservatively and avoid extremes. This is not a way to express your individuality.
You can demonstrate your uniqueness through conversation
- Sit comfortably without slouching and look alert and enthusiastic (don’t fidget)
- Be prepared with carefully thought-out questions about the job to ask when the interviewer prompts you for questions
- Be professional and focused, yet friendly and personable
- Feel free to asks for clarification before answering questions
- Take time to formulate your answers before you speak
- Try to get the interviewer to describe the position early in the interview so you can relate your experiences and skills to the job
- Avoid simple “yes” and “no” answers
- Keep your answers between 30 seconds and 2 minutes. Avoid long rambling responses.
- Do not speak negatively of past employers
- Send a thank-you letter within 24 hours of the interview
Do
- Have a positive attitude
- Maintain eye contact
- Appear full of energy and enthusiastic
- Smile
- Act friendly to everyone you meet
- Use humor when appropriate
- Give the interviewer a firm handshake
- Relax
- Be concise, but give thorough answers
- Arrive early
Don’t
- Use first names (unless asked)
- Chew gum
- Smoke (even if invited)
- Ask about benefits and salary or vacation
- Lie
A Few Words About Salary
- Always wait for the employer to address the issue of the salary-usually when an offer is extended
- If asked for your salary requirements, state a range that you would be willing to negotiate within
- Don’t ever state a specific amount
- Do your research! Check out websites, such as www.collegegrad.com to find out the current salaries for the position you are applying for
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