Job Interviews English For Work Place Prepared By: Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh Department of Computer Engineering Conducted To: Dr. Dana Adas Fall 2010 / 2011 Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

INTERVIEWING Before the Interview During the Interview After the Interview Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

BEFORE THE INTERVIEW Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Research  Research -- Be able to ask intelligent ?? Library books Newspaper articles Talk to people who work for the company Visit their internet site Check Human Resource Department for press kit about company history Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Rehearsal Time  Interview with a friend  Practice typical questions using a mirror and tape recorder  Create a 30-second “commercial” that highlights your unique talents and skills Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Telephone Skills  Speak clearly  Say it with a SMILE  Repeat time and location of the interview Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Do’s  Do arrive on time -- Make a trial run before  Do act enthusiastic  Do have a positive attitude  Do be aware of current events Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Don’ts Don’t chew gum Don’t give one-word, yes or no, answers Don’t appear desperate Don’t make yourself comfortable in their office until you have been invited to do so Don’t be late Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

AT THE INTERVIEW It’s Showtime Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Body Language  Good Posture Sit up straight, Sit on the edge of chair, Avoid crossing legs and arms  Inviting Gestures Firm handshake Nod your head  Eye Contact Indicates confidence  Speak Clearly(( Standard English, not slang)) Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Typical Questions  Tell me about yourself.  What are your strengths?  What are your weaknesses?  What are some of your goals?  Do you like working with others or on your own? Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Typical Tough Questions???  What qualities do you have that offset your lack of experience?  Are you going to move to a better job as soon as you gain experience here?  If you are faced with a deadline you can’t meet, what will you do? Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Employee Questions  Whom would I be working with most closely?  How many people have held this job in the last 10 years? Where did they go?  What advancement do you see for me in five years if I have proven myself? Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Questions to Avoid  Salary Research other companies, give a range  Vacations  Benefits  Sick leave Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Final Comments  Thank the interviewer for the interview  Decide a convenient time you can call on the hiring status Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

After an Interview Following Up Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Evaluate the Interview  Did you speak clearly?  Did you forget important information?  Will you accept of reject the job offer? Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Thank You Letter  Reinforce your skills and abilities  Insert added information you may have forgotten  Restate your continued interest in the company Remember to call back at appointed time!!!!! Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

HAPPY HUNTING Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

Thank You Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh Thank you for your patience!