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Interviews
Interviews
The employer liked your resume and was impressed by your application letter...
The next step.... THE INTERVIEW
Be prepared:
Research the business (what do they do, what is their mission statement, have they published any recent news-achievements, partnerships etc, who do they work with)
Research the role you applied for (what skills, experience or qualifications did the job ad ask for and how do you meet them)
Bring copies of your resume
Bring notes to prompt you for common interview questions, especially if you get nervous
Dress appropriately for the interview
Get to the interview on time
Turn off your mobile phone
Be confident and speak clearly
Show you’re keen by listening and paying attention
Ask specific questions (bring a list of questions to ask; tick them off if they're answered during the interview)
Leave the interview on a positive note by thanking them for their time.
HeadSpace have prepared a list of 15 common interview questions and how to answer them. Always prepare your answers before the interview--take notes with you if you get nervous.
15 most common job interview questions | headspace
Common questions include:
Can you tell me about yourself?
Why do you want to work here?
Why should we hire you?
What are your greatest strengths?
What is your greatest weakness? (Tip: employers don't really care what your weakness is. They want to know that you are aware you aren't perfect and you're working to improve.)
Can you tell me about a time when you demonstrated …? Have some scenarios prepared and use the STAR method for this type of question.
What is the STAR method of answering interview questions?
STAR is a structured way to answer interview questions by explaining what happened, what you did, and what the result was.
S – Situation
Briefly describe the context. Example: “Our class had a group project with a tight deadline.”
T – Task
Explain what you needed to do. Example: “I was responsible for organising the research section.”
A – Action
Describe the steps you took. Example: “I created a plan, divided the work, and checked in with teammates.”
R – Result
Share the outcome. Example: “We finished early and received positive feedback.”
What questions could you ask during the interview?
Questions about the role
What will a typical day or week look like?
What tasks would I start with as a new team member?
What skills are most important for doing well in this role?
Questions about expectations
What does “good work” look like here for someone my age/level?
How will I receive feedback or support while I’m learning?
Are there safety procedures or rules I should know about?
Questions about training and development
Will I be shown how to use the equipment or systems?
Are there opportunities to learn new skills or try different tasks?
Questions about the workplace
Who would I be working with most of the time?
What do you enjoy about working here?
Questions about logistics
What hours or days would I be expected to work?
Is there anything I should bring or wear on my first day?
Job interviews
Job interviews
Youth Central has tips and advice on how to prepare for interviews, how to behave when attending an interview, and some suggestions about the kinds of questions you might get asked.
Mock interview resources
Mock interview resources
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