1. 201.02 Participate in a job interview
Job Seeking Skills
201.02
Participate in a job interview

2. Arrange for an Interview
Name and Position of the interviewer
Correct pronunciation
Write down information
Appointment
Call for interview
Plan what you want to say
Speak clearly and distinctly
Explain reason for calling immediately
Short phone conversation
Don’t try to sell yourself

3. Timing is everything Arrive a few minutes early Know directions
Be sure of transportation

4. Conversation with a Purpose
Employer wants to find out about you
You want to find about the company
Let the interviewer lead the discussion

5. First Impressions Count
Look like you are a good employee
Avoid dress that calls attention
Not too tight, too short, too baggy
Skin, hair, nails clean and neat
Avoid excessive perfume/cologne
Tic Tacs are good
Introduce yourself right away
Firm handshake

6. Who Would You Hire?

7. Positive Attitude Take advantage of questions to provide information
Take samples of your work
Mention further education
Ask about training opportunities
Show letters of recommendation
Qualifications and abilities
Arrange in your mind

8. Filling out a Job Application
Print neatly and clearly
Be accurate – never lie
Use a blue or black ink pen
Take one with you
Read and follow instructions
Watch spelling and grammar
Re read all information for accuracy

9. Filling out a Job Application
Do not leave blank spaces
Draw a line through a space or write NA
Have previous work experience written down
Have names and addresses of references
Have education information
Have drivers license and/or social security numbers

10. Do Not Criticize past employers
Discuss hours, salary, benefits until close of interview
Try too hard to make and impression
Be yourself
Argue with the interviewer
Plead how much you NEED the job

11. In the End Leave promptly Thank the interviewer for their time
Write a “Thank you” letter immediately after interview