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CAREERS
Interviews
Opening Question
What are your feelings towards going on your very first job interview? Will you be nervous,
excited, anxious…?? why?
How would your feeling change if someone you looked up to were going to watch you
interview?(Ms. Doyle, parent, grandparent, friends…)
Why is having good interview skills important?
How an interview works…
The Interview!! It’s a chance for you to sell yourself. Impress them.
Usual interview stages Introduction Questions about you and your qualifications Questions fro you about the job, company, etc. Closing
The Interview
Stage 1 - Introduction Frequently, interviews make hiring
decisions based on first impressions. Smile Establish eye contact Handshake and state “Hello, Mr./Ms._____ , I am
_______”
The Interview
Stage 2 – Questions about You Employer will lead the interview
Pay close attention to the questions. Answer questions in a thoughtful, concise
manner. Relate every answer to the job. Avoid slang Be prepared to discuss past experiences
The Interview
Stage 3 – Questions from You A few minutes to sell yourself.
Show interest in the job Mention qualities that might not have been
discussed Stress your willingness and eagerness to learn. Ask questions about the job and the company. Have a few thoughtfully prepared questions
Impress them with your questions
The Interview
State 4 – The Closing Watch for clues that the interview has
ended Do not linger
Usually, a job will not be offered immediately If they do not tell you, ask what the next step is
in the process. Shake the interviews hand as you are
making your closing remarks “Thank you for the opportunity to interview
with you. I look forward to meeting you”
Congratulations!!
You have been selected for an interview!! You will interviewing at:
Coldstone Creamery Wal-Mart cashier Server at Applebee’s
Getting Prepared
Why is preparation important? Increases your self-confidence First impressions are important
Your goal in the interview is to learn more about the job Convince the employer to select you Gather enough information to decide if you
want the job if it is offered to you
Before the Interview
Find out as much as you can about the company At minimum know:
What company does what products or services they offer The kinds of jobs provided Positions available
Should try to know: How long the company has been in business Size of company (growing or shrinking) Future advancements/other locations
Be Organized Bring all materials
Resume, cover letter, reference list, completed employment application
Have materials organized in a folder or portfolio
Arrive on time and look nice
Make a good impression
Before the Interview
Think about questions
What questions will they likely ask you In what type of position are you most
interested? Why do you want to leave your current job?
Or why did you leave your last job? Why do you want to work for our company? Do you have references? What did you like best or least about
school?
Think about questions
Are you looking for permanent or temporary job? Full-time or part-time?
Tell me something about yourself. Why do you think we should hire you?
How well do you work under pressure? What are your strengths and weaknesses? What are your short-term and long-term
employment goals?
Begin Answering Interview ?’s
Think about questions
At nearly every interview, the last question they will ask is, “do you have any questions for me/us?
Think about questions you want to ask!! Should always have a few planned out
ahead of time to ask.
Think about questions
Asking the right questions in the right way and at the right time. Research the company. Ask questions that will help you determine if you
will enjoy the job.
Remember an interview is a two way street… they are determining if they want to hire you y you are determining if you would accept the job if it
is offered. You are looking for the “correct” answer from them
as well.
Think about questions
Two categories of questions You and the job opening You and the company
Asking questions about each shows you are an intelligent and informed candidate.
Think about questions
You and the Job Opening Why is there a job opening Where have other who have held this job
been reassigned within the company? When might a person expect to be promoted? How and when is new employee evaluated? Does the employee evaluation system seem
fair? Is the position challenging or will it be boring
work as time goes on?
Continued
What training can a new employ expect? Will there be an employee probationary
period? (trial period before becoming a permanent employee)
Is the physical work environment clean, well decorated, and properly maintained?
Are coworkers compatible with me in age and experience?
What could I expect during a normal work day in this position?
Think about questions
You and the company What is the employee turnover rate at this
company? What are some of the company’s new
product lines or services? What is the employer's reputation in the
community and the industry? How will employer's rules and regulations
affect me? What are the work expectations and the
hours expectations?
Think about questions
Should not ask certain questions that might come off as inappropriate or insensitive. How much would I get paid? What days do I get off? How much vacation time do I get? How many paid holidays do I get? How much sick leave?
These questions are self-serving and don’t show any interest in the company.
They are important questions and this information is a normal part of any serious interview.
Do’s
Shake the interview’s hand firmly when introduced
Be courteous Know the interview’s name and use it in
conversation if possible. Remain standing until asked to be
seated. Make eye contact Answer all questions directly and
truthfully
Do’s
Do not use slang Be agreeable at all times Show interest in the company Ask questions about the job opening and
company Indicate willingness to start at the
bottom Express appreciation for interview
Don’t
Place handbag, briefcase, folder on the interview’s desk
Slouch in your chair Play with your tie, ring, bracelets… Chew gum Make excuses Interrupt the interviewer Ask too many questions Make jokes or argue Beg for work