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…because you can’t stay in school forever!
Interview PreparationRachel E. WobrakProgram Director, Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences and Agriculture & Natural Resources
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Resources
University Career Center & The President’s Promise
3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing
Phone: 301-314-7225
www.Careers.umd.edu
Reed-Yorke Pre-Health Professions Advising
1210 H. J. Patterson Hall
Phone: 301-314-1281
www.prehealth.umd.edu/otherhealthprofessions/alliedhealth/pharmacy
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Interviewers want to know:
1. Why are you interested in the position, school or program?
2. Why should they be interested in you?
3. How will you fit in?
4. What is your attitude towards life/work or life/school?
5. Do you have the skills, knowledge, and experience?
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Before you go to the interview…
Know yourself: Strengths, weaknesses, skills, experiences, selling
points, etc.
Know the org./school/ program: Complete your research online, by networking,
requesting information, etc.
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Ways to Research Companies
Career Insider
Trade journal/industry magazines
Newspaper articles
Organizations website/pamphlet information
Networking contacts
Informational Interview
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Ways to Research Professional Schools• School Websites• Speak with your student host in
advance• Attend their visit days and special
programs• Professional School Fair – April 11,
2012
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Before you go to the interview…cont.Practice answering questions ( Virtual Mock Interview)
Complete a practice drive to the location
Prepare your interview attire
Know what salary you will request/need
CBSalary.com, Salary.com
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Interview Attire Research your industry
Wear attire before the interview (especially the shoes)
When in doubt ask
Things to remember:
Conservative Suit Color Moderate cologne/perfume
Clean finger nails Clean shaven
Avoid busy prints Little jewelry
Closed-toe shoes Non-scuffed shoe
Correct fitting clothes Trimmed hair
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Don’t forget to bring…Several copies of your résumé Printed list of referencesQuestions for InterviewerPortfolio of relevant papersPen/notepadSimple folder/attaché/padfolioAnything the employer/school requested of you
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Going into the interview
Arrive 10-15 minutes early
Be pleasant to everyone
Visit the restroom one more time
Read the organization’s/school’s material and pay careful attention to all presentations
Make eye contact and prepare to shake hands
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General Interview Tips
Avoid answering questions with yes/no
Be aware of your body language
Avoid nervous mannerisms
Act with confidence
Ask for question clarification, if needed
Answer questions in two minutes or less
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Two questions to prepare for
Tell me about yourself.
Why do you want to be a XXXX?
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General Interview Tips…cont.The STAR Method
S = Situation
T = Task
A = Action
R = Result
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Ways to Sabotage Your InterviewNot qualified Lack enthusiasm
Poor interpersonal skills Unprepared
Revealing weakness Unclear goals
What is in it for me? Bad mouthing
Not selling yourself Unclear interests
Not knowing the climate
Asking uneducated ?s
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At the Close of an Interview…Always ask :
“What is the next step”
State if you are interested in the
position/school
Thank each interviewer
Ask for a business card- helpful for Thank Yous
Leave your reference sheet
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Interviewing Resources
Books in Resource Room
Virtual Mock Interview
Terp Guide: Internship & Job Search
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Contact Us
Rachel E. Wobrak Program Director [email protected] 301-314-7242
Schedule an appointment: Online
(www.Careers.umd.edu) Call (301.314.7225)
Visit (3100 Hornbake Library, S. Wing)
Visit Careers.umd.edu to learn more about our services such as: Individual Appointments Careers4Terps Jobs/Internship
Database Upcoming Workshops Schedule Interviews with
Employers (internship, part-time and full-time)
And more!
Visit PresidentsPromise.umd.edu to learn how to become competitive in your job/internship search by gaining experience.