13-02-2013, 09:33 AM
INTERVIEW PREPARATION
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Objectives
To increase awareness about Interview Process
To create awareness about Campus interview along with Mock Interview
To enhance basic communication skills
To know the employer’s perspective
To know the purpose of the interview
To differentiate between positive and negative behavior
To become aware of the stages of an Interview
What is the Purpose Of An Interview ?
(For An Applicant)
To persuade the employer to hire you
To display confidence in your ability to perform
Demonstrating your interest in the needs of the employer
Demonstrating a consistent behavior
To get the offer letter
The Employer’s Perspective
Asking questions
Listening to your response
Observing your body language
Verifying information
Exploring your expectations, skills, and qualifications
Gathering information
When to arrive at an interview?
Be there 30 to 15 minutes before the interview time
Get acquainted with the organization and the people (in case of off campus interview)
Re-check your documents
Give yourself a final touch
How To behave?
Turn off your mobile phone
Seek permission to enter the room
Introduce yourself courteously to the placement coordinator
Sit only when asked to
Give a smile as you introduce yourself to the Interviewer
Extracting Information
Background, Interest in the position/organization, Specific knowledge
Skills and abilities that make you a good candidate for the position
Career plans, Reliability, Work habits, Attitudes
Other information the interviewer deems important
Getting Information (from the interviewer)
Most interviewers will ask you whether you have any questions.
They may also give you an overview of the nature of the opening they’re filling and/or the company and it’s goal (or they may refer to the pre-placement talks)
Closing
The interviewer will tell you that the interview is over and let you know when and how you can expect to hear about the outcome. If not, you should ask
She/he would also thank you for your time and interest. You should do the same