Wichita State University Career Guide - Flipbook - Page 53
Interviews: Prep
Effective interview preparation involves researching the company, understanding the role, and practicing responses to common
questions. By presenting yourself professionally and confidently, you can make a strong impression and increase your chances of
success.
Interview Prep
Review the Job Description: The job
description is the key to their ideal
candidate. Review the skills and
qualifications to help prepare for your
interviews.
2. Catalog your Skills and Experiences: What
are your PathwayU results and your Shocker
Strengths? Make note of how to highlight
these in your interview.
3. Practice your Answers: Questions like “Tell
me about Yourself” are to be expected.
Make sure you have a solid, practiced
answer.
4. Research the Company: Gain a good
understanding of the company you are
interviewing with.
5. Prepare your Questions: Prepare 3-5
interview questions based off of your
research and prep work to ask at the end of
your interview.
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Where to Research
• The organization's website and social media.
• Current news, you can even set up Google alerts to be notified when
new information is posted about the company.
• GoinGlobal is a worldwide job and internship search engine for more
than 120 locations with an H-1B visa search. wichita.edu/GoinGlobal
• Corporate Equality Index is a national benchmarking tool on corporate
policies, practices, and benefits pertinent to LGBTQ+ employees. Visit
hrc.org/resources/corporate-equality-index.
• Searching a job title on LinkedIn brings up results of who has held that
position before. Here you can see how long they stayed in the role and
if/how they advanced. Visit LinkedIn.com
What To Look For
• Know the general information and the services or products they
provide.
• Familiarize yourself with their mission, values, and vision.
• Research the organizational size and structure.
• Look into potentials for advancement.
• Be familiar with the organization's officers, owners,
and stakeholders.
SCA QUICK TIP: Preparing for an upcoming interview? Schedule a mock interview appointment with a
career coach at wichita.edu/SCAAppt
Professional Dress
The standard and expectations for professional dress vary based on
industry. What is appropriate and normal in one organization might not be
suitable in another. SCA refers to professional dress as “prepared dress.”
This means you have thought about what you are going to wear and have
chosen an outfit strategically.
What you choose to wear should reflect the appropriate standards for the
industry you are entering and will not hinder you from effectively doing your
job. If you are unsure what prepared dress looks like in your industry, ask a
recruiter or current professional. Additionally, we encourage you to dress in
a way that makes you comfortable and aligns with your identity, including
expressing your cultural background. If you are in need of prepared dress
items, we recommend visiting the SCA Career Closet and coming to
JCPenney Suit-Up events.
Career Closet
The Shocker Career Accelerator's Career Closet
offers free professional clothing for WSU
students. Visit the closet in basement of the
Shocker Success Center, with the Shocker
Support Locker. For operating hours and more
information visit
wichita.edu/CareerCloset
JCPenney Suit-Up
Every fall and spring semester the Shocker
Career Accelerator and JCPenney Town East
partner to provide Wichita State students
up to 45% off select careerwear, shoes, and
accessories with an extra 30% Off coupon
(WSU ID required). Visit wichita.edu/JCP to
learn more!
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