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Interview Success

Interview Success. Effective Interview Techniques. What Recruiters Look For Preparing for the Interview Modes of Interviewing Types of Interviews Interview Process Overview Typical Interview Format Sample Questions Second Interviews Making the Right Decision. Program Overview.

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Interview Success

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  1. Interview Success Effective Interview Techniques

  2. What Recruiters Look For • Preparing for the Interview • Modes of Interviewing • Types of Interviews • Interview Process Overview • Typical Interview Format • Sample Questions • Second Interviews • Making the Right Decision Program Overview

  3. Recruiters are looking for demonstrated examples of Critical Behaviors: • Leadership • Analytical Skills • Problem Solving Skills • Teamwork • Communication Skills • Creativity • Passion/Interest in Industry • You can draw from RPI, professional, undergraduate & extracurricular activities to showcase your abilities • You need to show how your past successes & experiences will allow you to be successful at their organization What Recruiters Look For

  4. Step 1: The Self-Interview • Know your strengths & weaknesses • Determine your employment interests; what do you want to do and why • Reflect on your values; what’s most important to you • Be prepared to cite several examples of experiences, accomplishments, successes Preparing for the Interview

  5. Step 2: Research • Review employer website/literature • Develop targeted questions concerning employer and job • Attend Informational Meetings • Be sure you know what the company stands for, its culture, and why you want to work for them! Preparing for the Interview

  6. Step 3: Practice!! • Review common questions • Schedule mock interview • Prepare list of questions • Be alert to body language & eye contact • SMILE • Speak clearly; listen carefully • Match your skills/experiences with jobs Preparing for the Interview

  7. On-campus Interviews • Telephone Screening • Video Interviews • Interviews Over a Meal • The Site Visit/Second Interview Modes of Interviewing

  8. Self-Analytic Interviews • Fact Finding Interviews • “What If” Interviews • Problem Solving/Case Interviews • Critical Behavior Interviews • Role Playing Interviews Types of Interviews

  9. Typically consists of 2 – 3 rounds of interviews • Interviews last between 30 – 45 minutes • Mix of general, behavioral, situation/case questions Interview Process Overview

  10. Introductions/Ice Breakers • Discussion of Positions/Opportunities • Candidate Assessment (Sell Yourself!) • Pose Questions – Make Them Good! • Conclusion/Find Out Next Steps • Assess Your Performance • Send Thank-You Note • Follow-up! Typical Interview Format

  11. Arrive 10 minutes early • Dress professionally – wear a business suit • Focus & relax – Be Yourself! • Develop a firm handshake • Be confident, enthusiastic, truthful • Allow interviewer to lead • Expect the unexpected! General Interview Tips

  12. Was it evident that you have a clear understanding of your self? • Did you prove that you researched the company and the job? • Did you show the match between the job, your technical skills and experience? • What can you do to improve for the next interview? Post Interview Assessment

  13. Did you successfully discuss your education and extracurricular activities? • Were you composed, honest, confident? • Did you look and act professional? • Were you energetic, enthusiastic and positive? Post Interview Assessment

  14. Tell me about yourself. • Walk me through your resume. • What are your strengths/weaknesses? • Give me an example of a situation that tested your leadership ability. • Tell me about a time that you had to do something you didn’t enjoy. • Describe your greatest accomplishment. • How would you define success? Sample Questions

  15. Choosing the Right Job • The Art of Salary Negotiation • What About Fringe Benefits • Your Word is Your Honor • Notify Employers/CDC of Your Decision When the Offers Come In

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