Preparing For Your Interview
Preparing for an interview might seem intimidating, but there are several steps you can take to prepare yourself for a successful interview! On this page, we share an interviewing prep tips & resources!
General Interviewing Tips
Do Your Research
Get To Know The Company
- While preparing for a interview its important you take the time to get to know the company or organization you are interviewing with: who they are, their mission statement; what service they provide/what product they make, company locations, key people, recent news, etc.
- One tip is to follow the company on LinkedIn, and read employee reviews posted on Glassdoor.
- Research the interviewers: If you know who you are interviewing with, take some time to search for them on LinkedIn and review their profiles, and make a connection request!
Prepare Your Answers
Preparation Is Key
- Think about how you would answer these basic 4/5 interview questions:
- Why are you interested in this role?
- What are your best strengths related to this role? (Why should they hire you?)
- What are your weaknesses or areas to improve?
- What are your long term career goals?
- Research how to prepare for situational-based questions: This is the prime time to use the STAR Method!
Ask Your Questions & Follow Up
Ask Questions & Follow Up
- Always have questions prepared to ask the interviewers at the end! This demonstrates your genuine interest in the organization, helps you stand out as a candidate, and allows you to get a better feel for the role and organization. Its important you determine if the company is a ideal fit for you as well!
- Following the interview, send a thank you email to all those you interview with!