The interview stage in the job search process is your opportunity to provide a prospective employer with important information about your skills, experience and work ethic, as well as insight into your personality. Developing a strong communication plan for your interviews is critical and covered in the resources below.
Be sure to update your Job Application Tracking Sheet to record details from your interviews.
INTERVIEW STRATEGY
Congratulations, you survived the resume screen and have been selected for an interview. While the number of candidates you are competing against for the position has decreased considerably, the intensity of the recruitment process has increased.
You were likely selected for the interview based on any number of factors – a well written resume and cover letter, your previous work experience, and/or personal recommendations. However, from this point forward you will be evaluated based on your interview performance. As a result, how you prepare for an interview will determine your success.
INTERVIEW CHECKLIST
Looking for tips on what to do in advance of your interview, what to wear, tips for the actual interview and pitfalls to avoid? Check out the accompanying checklist.
ADDITIONAL INTERVIEWING TIPS
- Frequently Asked Interview Questions
- Tips for Telephone Interviews
- Tips for Virtual Interviews
- Tackling Tough Interview Questions. One common characteristic found in most difficult interview questions is that they are often centered on something negative. In other words, something you would not mention in an interview unless asked. For tips on answering these questions, check out the accompanying resource.
OTHER RESOURCES
Big Interview is a powerful AI-enhanced tool that gives you 24/7 access to interactive interview practice opportunities tailored specifically to your industry, job, and experience level. Make your next interview your best interview! This resource is available to USC students and alumni.
VMock is an AI-driven platform offering students essential resources to assist with resume creation and career planning. It also has Elevator Pitch and Mock Interview modules to help you prepare for your next interview 24/7.
MAT Interviewing Workshop provides tips to future teachers preparing for the interviewing stage of their first teaching job search. This is directed to our MAT and MAT-TESOL students. Additional videos providing insights from HR professionals at LAUSD and Ednovate are at the Rossier Career Services YouTube Playlist.