Internship Interviews
Do the preparation Do your homework and find out as much as you can about the company. Go to the company's website and start off by memorizing the company's mission statement. This is what the company wants to achieve and you should keep it in mind when responding to questions. Find out as much as you can about the company's current activities, employees, structure and clients. There is nothing that impresses an interviewer more than a candidate that shows a real interest in the company and its goals. Find out more about using your research to maximum effect in internship interviews at Preparing for a Job Interview. Choose the right interview dress First impressions are always important. It is sometimes difficult to know what the appropriate attire is for a particular company. See how to find out the company dress code at How to Dress for an Interview. Prepare your answers to frequently asked questions Think about why this internship opportunity is one you want and one you would be good at. You will be asked questions around your interests, skills and suitability as they relate to the internship job. Spend time before the interview preparing answers to typically asked questions. Expect questions such as Prepare answers to behavioral interview questions You will be asked questions that explore the behaviors or competencies required in an internship. Preparing for these type of questions before internship interviews will allow you to answer fluently and positively. Bring work samples Employers like something solid on which to evaluate you. If you have a relevant work sample bring it with you. An assignment, presentation, writing example, term paper or research project may be relevant to the internship opportunity. Also bring copies of your resume and any letters of recommendation you may have. It is advisable to have your driving license and Social Security card with you. Prepare good questions to ask Think about some insightful questions you can ask the interviewer. Preparing relevant and thoughtful questions to ask shows that you have spent time thinking about the internship and whether it is the right opportunity for you. Examples of questions to ask include: What types of projects will I be working on? Make a good impression from the word go Create a favorable first impression by getting there on time, greeting the doorman, receptionist and everyone else you meet politely. Speak confidently when you introduce yourself. Remember to turn off your cell phone and avoid using gadgets like your ipod while waiting in reception. Complete any forms accurately and completely. Greet your interviewer with a firm handshake and ensure your body language is positive throughout the process. Get more tips at Interview Body Language . Close the interview End your internship interviews with confidence. The final stage of the job interview is critical, you need to leave the interviewer with the impression that you are the right candidate for the internship position. There are a number of ways to conduct your closing. Find closing tips and techniques at Job Interview Advice on closing your interview. Send a follow up letter Send a thank you note within 24 hours. The follow up letter or thank you note is an excellent opportunity to reinforce why you are suitable for the internship and to restate your enthusiasm for the company. You can find an example of an internship interview thank you letter at Interview Thank You Letter. The list of questions you can expect in your Internship Interview Return to Job Interview Guide homepage Be the best prepared candidate for the internship opportunity and succeed in securing the internship you want. Return from Internship Interviews to Best Job Interview
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