Wichita State University Career Guide - Flipbook - Page 51
Interviews: Introduction
Interviews are key moments for candidates to showcase their qualifications and fit for a role. Each interview is an opportunity
to demonstrate skills and understanding of the role, moving closer to career goals. Learn more about interview types, questions,
and how to prepare and excel in an interview over the next few pages.
Types of Interviews
Different types of interviews and mediums may lead you to prepare in a different manner. Additionally, it is important to
note you might have a different type or medium of interview during the same hiring process and each should be prepped for
separately. Learn about some of the types of interviews and interview mediums below.
INTERVIEW FORMAT
One-on-One
One-on-one interviews occur between one interviewer
and the interviewee. This format is the most common and
straightforward.
Group
A group interview is when an employee or team of employees
interviews multiple candidates simultaneously, Group
interviews can be an efficient way to interview multiple
people and can display a candidates soft skills through
interaction.
Panel
A panel interview is a conversation with two or more members
of a hiring team. The panel might include your potential
supervisor, a human resources representative, or other
decision-makers.
Case and Technical
A case interview is a hypothetical business situation that is
presented during an interview process to determine how a
candidate thinks about a particular problem and how they
would solve it.
INTERVIEW MEDIUMS
Phone
In this medium the interviewer can’t see your face, so
it’s important to convey enthusiasm, sincerity, and
friendliness through your voice. Remember to speak
clearly; smiling and dressing professionally will boost
your confidence!
Video
Use a laptop, tablet, or desktop, not a cell phone.
Make sure your camera angle is eye-level and not
angled. Maintain eye contact with the interviewer and keep
your hands in your lap and still.
Pre-Recorded/Timed Video
This medium varies depending on the platform
used, but you will record your answers to interview questions.
It may be timed, or you could be given the opportunity to
re-do your answers. You should practice for a pre-recorded
interview just as you would any other interview.
In-Person
Confirm the location of your interview in advance.
Bring extra copies of your resume in a padded
portfolio. Remember to dress professionally and
smile!
DO'S AND DON'TS
Do Dress Appropriately
Ensure you dress to impress in
your interview!
Do Send a Thank You Note
Send a thank you email or
note after your interview.
Do Use Good Body Language
Stay engaged with good eye
contact, posture, etc.
Do Ask Questions
Have 3-5 questions prepared for
your interviewer.
Don't Be Negative
Don't speak negatively about
past coworkers or experiences.
Don't Be on Your Phone
Keep your phone silenced
and away in a pocket or bag.
Don't No Call, No Show
Let the employer know if you
cannot make an interview or
are no longer interested.
Don't Arrive Late
Make sure to arrive on time
or early for your interview.
Don't Ramble
Interview answers should range
from 30 seconds - 2 minutes.
SCA QUICK TIP: If you do not have a quiet place to do a virtual interview
or need access to a computer, please contact the SCA office at
(316) 978-3688 or the Library's Circulation Desk at (316) 978-3587.
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