- 1). Research the company by reading the job description carefully to identify what the organization is seeking in an ideal candidate and carefully reviewing the company website. Talk with any networking contacts you have who have knowledge of the industry, or the company or individuals who will interview you. If you know any current employees, ask them about their experience interviewing with the company so you have an idea of what to expect.
- 2). Prepare examples to highlight your skills and show how you would be a good fit with the company. The best predictor of future behavior is past behavior. Give concise, relevant examples of a real-life situation, the actions you took to address the issue and the eventual outcome.
- 3). Make the most of your university's career center resources by attending mock interviews to help you fine tune your interviewing technique and practice telling your examples in a concise yet compelling manner. Take note of the feedback you receive and refine your answers accordingly.
- 4). Take part in career fairs during your college experience even if you are not yet ready to interview for a position. Talk to recruiters about the industry and what they look for in an ideal candidate. Once you are actively looking for a position, use the mini-interviews as practice for the real thing to help build confidence in answering the questions you will face in a full-length interview.
- 5). Get experience in the industry in which you wish to work through internships, volunteering while you are still in school, and taking classes specific to that field. If you are writing a thesis, choose academic topics related to your area of interest. Having plenty of pertinent material to talk about allows you to confidently answer any question with relevant and appropriate examples that showcase your knowledge, skills and abilities.
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