Preparing for a Job Interview

Interview Etiquette


  1. Make sure you greet the interview(ers) with a firm handshake before and after the interview.

  2. Eye contact is important!

  3. Body Language, pay attention to make sure you walk in with confidence, during the interview sit up straight

  4. Be engaged, make sure to look interested in the conversations

Ask Questions

  1. Have questions prepared ahead of time

  2. Be engaged, make sure to look interested in the conversations

  3. Listen carefully to what the interviewer(s) are saying to make sure you give them your best answer


Interview Tips for High School Students

  1. Read the job description, familiarize yourself with it that way you focus your answers during the interview based on what they are looking for.

  2. Research the company, get to know

  3. Look up common interview questions, practice. PRACTICE IS KEY!

    1. Have an answer for ‘tell me about yourself’ this is the most common question, and usually the first one, you want to make a first good impression

  4. If given the address ahead of time of where the interview will take place make sure you know how to get there, if you can drive to the place the day before

  5. Prepare your outfit the night before

  6. Arrive for your interview at least 15 minutes in advance


Good Luck!