Pre-Interview Prep

Review the below and download the interview preparation checklist!

• Research Organization/Industry—know trends, news, standards, projects, competitors, alums
• Find out who you are interviewing with
• Know the job description inside and out
• Know your resume cold, be able to walk through it
• Have an answer ready for: Tell me about yourself–your elevator or 30 second speech
• Know your top 3 strengths related to position
• Be aware of and know how to talk about your weaknesses
• Know how YOU fit with the organization
• Research and practice typical questions
• Line up your recommenders
• Prepare a list of questions to ask
• Prepare portfolio materials if applicable
• Read the newspaper to have topics handy for small talk
• Practice! Mock interviews, in front of mirror, with friends