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Brilliant interview - what employers want to hear and how to say it (e-book) will equip you with all the insights and practice you need to be the most successful interviewee around. It will show you how to present yourself as the best candidate, with plenty of tips and advice from the experts to tell you what they want to see and what impresses them the most. Includes a new section for graduates going to their first interview and help with phone interviews.
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Getting an interview is an achievement in itself. Good preparation is essential.

Before your interview you can speak to a Careers Adviser for help. You can also discuss your feedback with them after your interview.

Preparing for interviews

Know yourself - Re-read your application form or CV. Try to anticipate any interview questions which will arise.
Know the job - Re-read all the job information you have been given.
Know the organisation - Remind yourself why you are interested in this career and this employer.

Types of interview

Interview types include panel, one to one, group, telephone or assessment centres. Find out more about types of interview and discover interview tips for graduates.

Now speak to a careers adviser for help on your interview technique.

Your interview may include a presentation, task or group work. Find out about interview tests and exercises and try a practice in-tray exercise.

After your interview

If they do not contact you when they said they would ring to check when you will hear from them.

If you don't get the job contact the interviewer and ask for feedback. Reflect on the feedback and identify areas for improvement and work on ways of improving these.

Dont forget to speak to a careers adviser when you receive feedback.

Interview tips by job sectors

The Job Crowd has compiled a series of interview tips by job sector, written by graduates and employers from those sectors:

Going to interviews can be a challenging experience. Why not meet a careers adviser to get some encouragement and help with preparation?

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