PRESENTATION

ON
INTERVIEW SKILLS

PRESENTED BY:
Ankit srivastava
Ashutosh
Atul kumar
Avinash sinha
 Interview

- A structured meeting between interviewee and an employer

- Interviewing is a skill which one can learn by practice, the

more one practices more is the chance to succeed.
 Interviewing is a two-way street

- Employers are attempting to determine if you are an

appropriate fit for the job and their culture.

- You decide if the environment is right for you.

 Phone

One-on-One:

Types of Panel or
Interviews Group:

Meal

Second or
On-site
Interview:
 Pre-Interview Preparation

 Research position, company, & industry

 Know yourself

 Prepare necessary materials.

 Arriving

 Be sure to allow yourself plenty of time

to arrive at your destination.

 Or try to arrive 10-15 minutes early

 Greeting & Introduction
Only 1 chance to make a good 1st impression

• Dress appropriately
• Smile
• Maintain eye contact
• Firm handshake
• Remain poised and confident
 Body Language:
Positive Signals Negative Signals

Leaning forward = interest Crossed arms = defensive

Smiling = friendly Fidgeting hands or tapping feet =

nervous or bored

Nodding = attentive and alert Lack of eye contact =

untrustworthy

Eye contact = curious and Leaning back= discomfort

focused
 TYPES OF INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

(i) Standard or
traditional questions

(ii) Behavioral
questions

(iii) Inappropriate or
unethical questions
 Questions asked by the interviewee

To determine if you are fit for the company and

position,
 General Interview strategies

 Think before speaking

 Be prepared to talk about yourself and your experiences

 Provide specific and concrete examples of your

results/accomplishments

 Remain positive, enthusiastic, and confident throughout the

interview process
 General Interview Strategies
contd..

 Remain calm, relaxed, and be yourself.

 Try to focus on the message you are trying to

convey.
 General Interview Strategies
contd..

 Avoid filler words like “Um”, “Ah”, & “You know”

 If you do not hear or understand a question, ask them to

repeat or clarify it for you.
 Dressing for Success-Men
• Suit-Single or double breasted

• Polished shoes

• Solid white shirt

• Conservative tie

• Neatly groomed hair, beard, and mustache

• Avoid strong colognes, earrings, and body piercing

 Dressing for Success-Women
• Pant or skirt suit

• Pumps with small to medium heels

• Light makeup, perfume, and jewelry

• Wear neutral color hosiery

 FOLLOW-UP

• Ask good questions

• Thank the interviewer

• Request a business card

• Inquire about next steps in the process

• Send a thank you note within 24 hours it ay be
handwritten or typed; e-mailed.
 Suggestions

 Conduct a test run the day before the interview

 Stand in front of a mirror and rehearse your answers

 Schedule an appointment for a mock interview with
Career Services

 Get a good night’s sleep-be well rested and alert for

the interview
 Be relaxed and be yourself!