Types of Interview and how to prepare
A brilliant CV and cover letter create employment opportunities but they will not secure you a job. The interview is your chance to back up in person everything that the employer has read about you.
This will probably be your first direct contact with the company and will give you an insight into it's workings and the chance to meet with it's personnel to see if it is a place that you would like to work should you be given an offer.
There are several forms of interview with varying degrees of formality, but in essence they consist of a conversation, allowing the employer to get to know you and for you to see what they are like. Whilst interviews can be nerve wracking experiences, it should be remembered that the interviewer is only human and it is possible that they are nervous also. Enter with a confident air, be friendly and open, most importantly don't forget to breathe.
One-on-One Interview type
To get to this stage you would have succeeded in
qualifying the preliminary screening processes. The selection process
will have been narrowed down and the company has recognized you as an
attractive prospect. Usually this interview will be carried out by
department supervisor, but sometimes with human resources personnel. Be
prepared to talk about yourself in detail, why you want the job, and
what you can contribute to the company.
In advance of the interview carry out research into what the company do,
and think of some questions you want to ask. Do not volunteer
information that the interviewer doesn't ask for.
Tips for Interview: You want them to want you on their team, therefore
you have to impress them with your personality, your qualifications and
your career ambition. Dress conservatively to impress and arrive
punctually, be chatty with plenty of eye contact. Establish a rapport
with the interviewer.
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