1. 1 International Advantage Session 3: Interview Skills Rendy Schrader

2. 2 Program  Today’s mission  Interview structure  Communication  Non-verbal communication  Role plays

3. 3 Today’s Mission: http://www.ucso.indiana.edu/

4. 4 Interview Structure  Be on time  Greetings/offer resume  Small talk, 5 minutes  Interview questions 15-20 minutes  Interviewee questions, 5-10 minutes  Graceful exit

5. 5 Greetings  Hi  Hello  Jane, John  Ms. Smith/Mr. Jones  Madame/Ma’am/Sir

6. 6 Introductions  Let me introduce myself:  My name is (s-l-o-o-o-w and clear)  I’m ________ (slow and clear) Consider: short version first name only

7. 7 Be prepared  To answer tough questions  To talk about yourself  To talk about your best or worst traits  To talk about your former experience  To tell a few accomplishment stories

8. 8 “So, tell me about yourself……” Do’s  Tie your story to business needs  Let your personal traits shine  Be straightforward  Relax  Be professional Don’ts Get too personal Talk too much Talk politics Dwell on family Sound practiced

9. 9 Time Fillers  Good question, let me think about that a minute  So, you are asking if…….  Can you repeat that question, please?  Wow! No one’s ever asked me that one before…..  Silence is okay, too

10. 10 Keeping Their Attention Connect your experience with the company:  I’ve _____  You mentioned ______. That’s exactly what I did in Marketing class/project  I’m a great team player  You mentioned “globalization” – that’s me all the way!  My real strong point is ______

11. 11 Non-verbal Communication  Firm hand shake  Look at them  Maintain good eye contact  Smile appropriately  Nod if necessary  Show enthusiasm  Be alert and attentive  Maintain good posture  Be confident

12. 12 Interpersonal Traits  Confidence, not arrogance  Communication skills  Cross-cultural adeptness  Enthusiasm/Positive Energy  Team Player  Strong sense of personal accountability/responsibility  Honesty/Willingness to learn

13. 13 Visa Question  Do NOT bring it up on your own  Assure them that for internship/1 st year, they have no obligation  “If you’re really globalizing, who could be better?”  IF you prove yourself and they help you apply for an H-1B, you’ll pay for it, and you’ll be loyal for at least 3 years

14. 14 Graceful Exits  Thank you for your time  I appreciate it  I will be looking forward to hearing from you

15. 15 Role Play and Practice

16. 16 Evaluation Questions 1. I found the presentation of material easy to understand. 2. This Advantage session increased my knowledge on the subject presented. 3. I will be able to use some of the information from this Advantage session in the future. 4. The presenter was well-prepared for this Advantage session. 5. This presentation should be repeated in future semesters. A – Strongly Agree; B – Agree; C – Disagree; D – Strongly Agree; E – Don’t know