Interviewing

The interview is your chance to shine and an opportunity for both you and the employer to decide whether you are right for each other.

A successful interview requires careful preparation. Remember, you don't get a second chance to make a great first impression!

"The mock interview was very helpful.  I feel more confident and I strongly recommend this to others"  - KSU Alumnus

   

Preparation

• Dining  Etiquette
• Dress for Interviews
• Professional Image
• Conduct Employer Research

The Interview

• Interview Basics
• Disclosing a Disability
• Telephone and Virtual Interviews
• Informational Interviews

Interview Questions

• Frequently Asked  Interview Questions and Top Teacher Interview Questions 
• Behavior Based Interviewing and Sample Questions 
• Handling Difficult Questions and  Illegal/Improper Questions 
• Questions to Ask the Interviewer

Practice On-Line or In-Person

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  Practice your interviewing skills online with Interview Stream.  No webcam? Log in and go to Schedule Interviews to select a time to record your interview in a private room in the Career Services Center.
  
  
• Schedule an in-person, mock interview with a career counselor and receive constructive feedback. A polished resume and interview attire are required.

Follow Up

• Writing Thank You Letters & Leaving Voice Messages
• Evaluating a Job Offer & the Etiquette of Declining an Offer
• Salary Negotiation Strategies
• Reasons for Applicant Rejection

• Interview Cancellation and No Show Policy

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