Interview Strategies for Success

Ace your interview – land the job – launch your career!

It’s true that successful interview preparation can be the key to achieving the career of your dreams.  It’s likely you’ll face tough competition for the best jobs, so you want go into every interview prepared to stand out from the crowd.

Use the following pages to increase your interview knowledge and check out the many resources and programs offered by Career Services to improve your interview skills.

Before the Interview

• Research the employer, position, and salary range
• Prepare your interview wardrobe

During the Interview

• Make a positive first impression
• Know strategies for different types of interviews
• Answer questions effectively
• Become a STAR interviewer
• Ask memorable questions
• Close the interview

After the Interview

• Send a thank you note

Practice Your Interview Skills

• Resources and programs to improve your skills