This document provides an overview of different types of job interviews and tips for successful interviewing. It discusses the typical structure of an interview including introductions, discussing the company and position, and closing the interview. It then describes different specific types of interviews such as telephone, group, panel, one-on-one, on-campus, on-site, sequential, behavioral, stress, technical, and meal-time interviews. Finally, it offers advice on positive body language to display during an interview and things to avoid in terms of negative body language.
4. What
happens at
the
interview?
Introduction
• Greeting
• Introduction of candidate to
interviewer(s)
Body
• Info about the company & position
• More info from the candidate
• Candidate asks questions
• Candidate shares goals, aspirations,
plans
Closing
• Summarize key strengths and match
for the position
• Thank the interviewer by name
• Follow-up
5. Types of Interviews
Telephone Group Panel
One-On-
One
On-Campus On-Site Sequential Behavioural
Stress Case Technical Meal-time
6. 1. Telephone Interview
Be ready
Use your notes/resume
Introduce yourself clearly and directly
Modulate your voice
Eliminate any distractions
13. Sequential Interview
Two or more interviews
Continuous assessment
Tour may be included
Lunch may be included
14. Behavioral Interview
Based on previous activities
Requires specific examples
e.g. interpersonal skills
e.g. leadership skills
• "Describe a time you had to work
with someone you didn't like."
• “Give me a time when you
motivated others.”
22. Negative Body Language
Lack of
Enthusiasm
or Curiosity
Frowning
Weak
Handshake
Lack of Eye
Contact
Staring
Nervous
Movements
Arms
Crossed
Hands
Clenched
Looking
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