Prepare for an Interview

Use this community to find best practices for nailing that interview!

Prepare. Dress. Answer. Ask!

You have prepared a targeted resume and concise cover letter, and now you have been invited to an interview.  Have you researched the organization?  Prepared and practiced typical interview questions answers?  Do you have your own questions ready to ask?

  • Portfolio with paper and pen
  • Job description
  • Resumes/References
  • Questions for the interviewer
  • Master resume to reference for company application, if necessary
  • Show and Tell items—publications, writing samples, etc.

  • Well-fitting conservative suit
  • Clean and pressed clothes
  • Shined shoes
  • Subtle accessories
  • Dark socks for men
  • Minimal make-up
  • Clear or light nail polish

Missed the Interview Preparation Workshop? Not to Worry…

Students are invited to access the April 18 Interview Preparation Workshop.

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Kathy Douglas Senior Associate Director
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Interview Preparation Career Resources

Are you actively interviewing and want to tune up your questions and answers? Looking to get a head start on interviews that are ahead? CPD has you covered with a group of resources designed to teach you all about interview …

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Interview Preparation Workshop

Students with Yale Zoom accounts are invited to view the April 18 Interview Workshop.

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