Practice a Job Interview

Virtual interviewing can be live or “on-demand” (recorded), and when you’re invited to complete one, the company will typically include instructions. Make sure you have a high quality camera and microphone, and be prepared to wear a business suit. Utilize the InterviewStream tool to practice behavioral interview questions, register for our workshop on video interviewing, and set up an appointment with a JSOM CMC Career Development Specialist to learn more.

A panel interview includes meeting with 2 or more individuals from a company at the same time. Companies sometimes do this to save time and ensure that all interested parties have a chance to meet you and learn about your qualifications. You must practice your behavioral interviewing and professionalism skills in order to be fully prepared. Register for one of our workshops in Handshake, or set up a 1-1 appointment with a JSOM CMC Career Development Specialist.

Be prepared to ask 3 questions. You may not have time for all three if time doesn’t allow but you will prepared if you do have the time. Ask questions which demonstrate that you have researched and thought about this company. For example: I have read about the X initiative and that it will impact your company. Can you tell me more about it and how it relates to the work that your team is doing? Here is a link to a sample list of 33 possible questions.

Prepare S.T.A.R. stories based on the job description, and practice behavioral interview questions using the Quinncia tool. Additionally, think about how to answer questions like “Tell me about yourself” and “Why should we hire you?”. These types of questions should be answered by giving a brief (60 seconds) explanation of who you are, what you’re doing now at UTD, and how your career goals align with the company and the job for which you are applying. You should also make an appointment with a JSOM CMC Career Development Specialist in Handshake, and register for our job interview workshops.