Going for an interview

Going for an interview

So you’ve applied for a job and have been offered an interview. Here are a few tips to help you on your way.

Remember to:

• Re-read the job description

• Check where and when the interview is

• Plan your journey

• Look clean and smart
• Introduce yourself to the receptionist
• Smile, be polite and act enthusiastic
• Take your exam certificates and ‘Record of Achievement’
• Take a pen and a notebook

Don't:

• Arrive late

• Chew gum or smoke

• Argue, slouch or fidget

• Make too many jokes

Interviews can take many forms. You might be interviewed by one person or a panel.  You may also be asked to do a test.  A good example of this is a word-processing test if you are applying for an administration job.

Don’t forget that an interview gives you a chance to see whether you would like to work for the people interviewing you! Prepare a few questions you would like to ask.

Useful links:

Vacancies Online

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