Shawnee State University ADMIN 036 Careersshawneeedu 740 3513027 Learning Outcomes Preparing for the interview During the interview Following up after an interview Preparing for the interview ID: 743719
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YOUR INTERVIEW
Student Career Development
Shawnee State University
ADMIN 036Careers@shawnee.edu(740) 351-3027Slide2
Learning OutcomesPreparing for the interview
During the interviewFollowing up after an interviewSlide3
Preparing for the interviewYour life onlineFacebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
Conduct extensive researchCompany and competitionPractice, practice, practiceMock InterviewSlide4
The interviewLook good and dress for the culture
Visit our website for more information on dressing for successBring your career portfolioArrive earlyDon’t bring your cell phoneOffer a firm handshakeUse proper, comfortable postureBe aware of your body languageSlide5
Sell yourselfBe enthusiasticExplain your qualifications
Relate your experienceMaintain a positive attitudeMake good eye contactAsk questionsSlide6
Bring 3-5 “Cards” to the Table Should be based on the research you didThink about your unique blend of talents and experience
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Research & Analysis
Planning & Organization
Interpersonal Communication
Senior thesis
Research assistantship
Social venture plan competition
Founded and led club
Customer service rep
Internship performance review/meetings Slide7
Common interview QuestionsTell me about yourself.
What is your greatest weakness?What are your long-term goals?Why do you want to work for us?Why should I hire you?Do you have any questions?*Visit the following links for more examples of interview questions:Traditional Interview QuestionsBehavioral Interview Questions Slide8
What Employers Look ForYour dependabilityYour experienceGood communication skills
Your knowledge of the company and jobHow well you get along with othersIf you project a positive imageHow well you handle challengesSlide9
Interview tipsKeep your answers brief, but thoroughUse examples to illustrate your point
Think before you speakRelate your answers to the jobDon’t bring up compensationSlide10
The closing: Ask questions
Have I answered all your questions?When should I expect to hear from you?/What does your timeline look like? Stress that you want the jobAsk your interviewer questions!Thank the interviewerLet them know you’re excitedSlide11
Evaluate your interviewDid you dress appropriately?
Were you warm and friendly?Were you confident?Were you able to handle tough questions?Did you project the right ‘fit?’Did you show you can do the work?Did you speak well, and to the point?Did you understand critical points?Did you project knowledge of the job?Did you present your qualifications?Were you enthusiastic?Did you show your determination?Slide12
Following the interviewSend a formal thank-you note
Re-iterate your qualificationsStress your enthusiasmAdd ideas you may have forgottenEvaluate yourself!Slide13
Online QuizComplete this online quiz to check your knowledge by clicking on the link & answering the questionsThroughout the semester, we will send out emails to complete this quiz for a chance to win a prizehttps://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=IFyHJnWyD0WMgACyQ421GztZCWXX7PRKk4oe8BUmKAJURUxQWDFGTURCRlo2SUE0TDIwQ0dVOTA3OC4u
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ContactNikki Karabinis,
Director, Student Career Developmentnkarabinis@shawnee.edu See more tips for interviewing on our websiteStudent Career DevelopmentShawnee State UniversityADMIN 036Careers@shawnee.edu(740) 351-3027