3. Verify the particulars ▪ Find out the exact time and place of the interview. Arrive at least fifteen minutes early. There is no excuse for being late. ▪ Learn the interviewer’s name (including its proper pronunciati on) and their title. ▪ Have copies of your resume and cover letter with you, along with a pen and notepad for notes. ▪ For virtual meetings: o Do a technology check and practice logging into the platform o Have your camera on and ensure your background is clean, free of clutter and distractions o Use headphones to avoid external sound interference and quality
DURING THE INTERVIEW
1. Sell yourself ▪
Don’t just answer the questions. Communicate your personal qualities and strongest abilities with examples from your past. Try to address any underlying questions you think the employer might have about your suitability for the job. This is not the time to be modest. 2. Dwell on the positive ▪ Should the recruiter ask about past failures or shortcomings, try to explain circumstances rather than give excuses or blame others. You will create a better impression by being honest. 3. Non-verbal communication ▪ Body language is critical. Your body language will leave both positive and negative messages. Ensure that yours is positive. o Sit up straight o Have a firm handshake. o Make good eye contact and smile. o Practice active listening. 4. Always have your own questions to ask ▪ Have meaningful questions prepared. o Find out how training is provided, what advancement opportunities are available, how much travel is involved, what other individuals or departments you would work with most, how job performance is measured, etc.
5. How to close to close the interview ▪
Express your interest in the position.
▪ Ask when you should be hearing back from the employer and next steps in the interview process. ▪ Thank the interviewers for their time and consideration.
AFTER THE INTERVIEW
1. Follow-up ▪
Write a thank you letter within 24 hours of the interview. You will want to write a thank you letter of appreciation for the interview opportunity. ▪ Provide whatever credentials, references, or transcripts that were requested by the prospective employer as soon as possible. ▪ Personalize each thank you email to each employer and job that you applied for.
Recruitment Handbook 2023-2024
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