Interview Techniques

Prior to the interview

• Do your research. You should be able to outline what the company does and ideally what they are trying to achieve in the short term.
• Know your CV. So that when asked you have actual examples to highlight your relevance to the position.
• Familiarise yourself with the position description. Ensuring that you do indeed have the relevant technical experience.
• Think about your long-term goals and how this company and position can help you achieve them.
• Dress sharply.

During the interview

• Be confident, and if you are nervous remember that this is natural and can be easily managed.
• Answer the questions succinctly, try and control the desire most people have to reinforce the same point twice.
• Ensure that you clarify what you are being asked if it’s not clear to you the first time round.
• Round off your answers; if your explanation requires detail ensure that you conclude by summarising the relevance of your example to the question that was asked.
• Discuss your career goals and how this position can help.
• Be enthusiastic and show your character.
• If there is more than one interviewer ensure you address both/them evenly when answering.
• Ask relevant questions about the role and the company. Remembering that the interview is also an opportunity for you to identify if the position is exactly what you want.
• Take your time, this will ensure you are relaxed.