2. 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

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

4. BEFORE THE INTERVIEW Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

5. 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

6. 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

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

8. 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

9. 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

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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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

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

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

17. After an Interview Following Up Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

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

19. 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

20. HAPPY HUNTING Eng. Abdullah F. Shehadeh

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