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INTERVIEW TECHNIQUE
TYPES OF INTERVIEW One to one
Two to one
Panel interviews with a number of interviewers
Several applicants observed and talked to at the same time
Interviews designed to select you
Interviews designed to recruit you to a course or job where there is not much competition
1 BEFORE THE INTERVIEW
BEFORE THE INTERVIEW Find out about the
course/job and know what is involved
Find out about the educational institution/company and know what it is like
Mentally rehearse ‘What if?’ questions
Mentally rehearse how you will behave eg what you will wear, introductions, body language
Role play your behaviour and get someone to do a mock interview with you
Know where you have to get to
COVER THESE AREAS Why do you want to
study this course/ do this job?
What relevant experience or background have you got?
What are your relevant enthusiasms?
What personal qualities do you have to offer?
Where does the course/job lead in your life?
Be clear about what you want to get across in the interview
BODY LANGUAGE Be relaxed and alert
Make firm and confident handshakes
Sit upright but not too rigid
Make firm and confident eye contact
when appropriate
Dress appropriately for the institution/ company to which you are applying
Collect your thoughts and do not be afraid to pause and think before you answer a question
WHAT ARE INTERVIEWERS LOOKING FOR?
Evidence of… preparation, research, potential, commitment, enthusiasm, personality, interest, a genuine smile, warmth & humour
WHAT TURNS INTERVIEWERS OFF?
poor preparation
wooden answers
Cockiness
lack of drive
skills’ poverty
extreme views
negative body language
uperficial beauty
criticism of previous employers and ignorance about current affairs and the course/ company
OTHER TIPS Remind yourself of
what you put in your Personal Statement, letter of application or CV/Resumé
Be enthusiastic and show that you are motivated and want what is on offer
Arrive early
Sell yourself and draw attention to positive things about yourself. If you do not, nobody else will
Have some question ready for the end of the interview which reflect your interest in the course/job
If your talents have not been recognised…avoid..
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