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.

2. INTERVIEWING
A structured
meeting between
you and an
employer.
What
is it?

3. to determine
if the job &
you are a
GOOD
MATCH
PURPOSE

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

7. Group Interview
Interact as a team player
Show personality
Avoid conflict
Keep an eye on the interviewer

8. Positive Behaviour in Group Discussion
Initiating
Clarifying
Encouraging
Active listening
Information/opinion giving
Harmonizing
Compromising
Summarizing

9. Panel Interview
Several Interviewers
Eye contact with each person
More eye contact with questioner
Patience and calm

10. One-On-One Interview
Make good eye contact
Match their “style”
Remember body language
Give examples

11. On-Campus Interview
Usually only 30 minutes
Extra “face time”
Portfolio with resume and recommendations
Company Material

12. On-Site
Be alert
Be polite to everyone!
Be punctual (15 minutes early)
Observe environment

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.”

15. Stress Interview
Remain calm and tactful
De-personalize the process

16. Case Interview
Two way discussion
Problem solving
No perfect answer
Structured approach
Ask questions

17. Technical Interview
Problem solving and creativity
Specific knowledge
Not only technical but interpersonal
Brain teasers

18. Meal-time Interview
Follow interviewer’s lead
Show social know-how
Be discrete!
Avoid messy food

19. for the Interview

21. Positive Body Language
Positive
Entrance
Enthusiasm
Relaxed
Smile
Direct Eye
Contact
Straight
Posture
Firm
Handshake
Leaning
Slightly
Forward
Use of
Hand
Movement
Feet Flat on
Floor

22. Negative Body Language
Lack of
Enthusiasm
or Curiosity
Frowning
Weak
Handshake
Lack of Eye
Contact
Staring
Nervous
Movements
Arms
Crossed
Hands
Clenched
Looking
atWatch

23. For women For men

25. Thank you!