Rasmussen College's career placement services teaches you techniques to complete a successful interview.

1. Interviewing: How to “Nail” the InterviewJanuary 28th, 2010Hosted by RCO Career Services Advisors:Jennifer Castaldo and Gina Magrino

2. INTRODUCTION OF CAREER SERVICES ADVISORS 2/1/2010 2 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential Contact us at careerservicesonline@rasmussen.edu Jennifer Castaldo – School of Business Elizabeth Lintelman – School of Allied Health Kelly Wittrock – School of Justice Studies Gina Magrino – Schools of Education, Tech & Design

3. NAILING THE INTERVIEW 2/1/2010 3 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

4. AGENDA How to Prepare for the Interview Successfully Interview Do’s and Don’ts Types of Interview Questions After the interview Question & Answer Session 2/1/2010 4 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

5. INTERVIEW PREPARATION Bring multiple updated copies of resume/references Have correct directions to interview site Self-Assessment – Sell Yourself! Know the Job, the Company and who you are Interviewing with Do a Mock Interview – Practice! Dress for Success Bring Questions for the Interviewer 2/1/2010 5 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

6. WHAT TO BRING TO AN INTERVIEW? A Notepad Past Performance Reviews Professional Licenses Documents Demonstrating Success Professional Portfolio References 2/1/2010 6 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

7. INTERVIEWING & PROFESSIONALISM Make eye contact Stand and sit up straight – Don’t slouch! Be respectful to everyone you meet Respect people’s time Be flexible Make a good first impression 2/1/2010 7 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

8. INTERVIEW DO’S 2/1/2010 8 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential Arrive early… Firm handshake Be yourself Smile Speak clearly Be confident Be enthusiastic, positive, and passionate

9. INTERVIEW DON’TS 2/1/2010 9 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential Don’t bring your cell phone Don’t be negative Don’t speak poorly of former employers Don’t lie Don’t mention personal issues Don’t ask generic job questions Don’t inquire about salary

10. AN INTERVIEW DON’T 2/1/2010 10 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

11. TYPES OF INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Common Open-Ended Questions: Tell me about yourself. Tell me about your experience. How has your education prepared you for your career? What is your greatest strength/weakness? How do you work in a team environment? If I asked one of your professors/managers to describe you, what would they say? Why do you want to work for us? Why should you be hired? Where do you want to be with your career in 5 years? Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

12. OPEN INTERVIEW QUESTION 2/1/2010 12 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

13. THE STAR TECHNIQUE……. …to respond to behavioral interview questions Situation Task Action Results 2/1/2010 13 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

14. TYPES OF INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 2/1/2010 14 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential Behavioral Based Questions: Give an example of a problem you faced at work, life or school, and how you solved it. Give an example of a time when you had to be quick in making a decision. Describe a time when you had to handle stress on the job, life, or at school. How did you handle it? Describe a situation in which you had to deal with a difficult peer? How do you handle conflict with a professor or boss? Describe the most challenging project you completed.

15. INTERVIEW THE INTERVIEWER Sample Questions to ask the Interviewer Why is this job available? How long have you worked for the company? What do you enjoy most about working here? What would an average day consist of? What is the company culture? What are the opportunities for advancement? What are the next steps in the process? 2/1/2010 15 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

16. AFTER THE INTERVIEW 2/1/2010 16 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential Supply Interviewer with Letters of Recommendation/References Obtain Business Cards Send a Thank You Note to all Interviewers Call to Follow-Up on Status

17. THINGS TO REMEMBER Be Prepared Practice, Practice, Practice Be Professional Be Ready to Answer and Ask Questions Ask for the job! Follow-Up 2/1/2010 17 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

18. VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR Now that you know how to nail your next job interview, please join us at our upcoming virtual career fair, February 14 – 28. www.virtualcareerevent.com/twincities 2/1/2010 18 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

19. QUESTION & ANSWER SESSION 2/1/2010 19 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential

20. THANK YOU Thank you for joining us today. If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact us! Jennifer CastaldoandGina Magrino careerservicesonline@rasmussen.edu Career Services Online on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Rasmussen Onlinecareerservices Career Services Online on Twitter: http://twitter.com/RASonlineCS 2/1/2010 20 Rasmussen - Proprietary and Confidential