Career Mock Interview Information

What is a mock interview?

A practice interview with a career counselor that will help you prepare for an actual employment interview. The focus of the interview is to practice and articulate your skills/strengths and past experiences. Overall, the mock interview is a safe place for you to practice your interview skills and gain feedback.

Benefits of a mock interview:

• Learn what is expected in a real job interview
• Learn how to improve the way you present yourself and your strengths
• Allows you to reflect on your skill set, experiences/accomplishments, and industry knowledge as it relates to the job you are interested in
• Role play the interview process and gain valuable on-the-spot feedback on all aspects of the interview process
• Gain awareness of verbal and non-verbal cues that could be beneficial or damaging in the interview
• Exposure to common interview questions asked by employers

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Program is Designed to Help You:

• Practice interview skills and develop interview strategies
• Reduce your anxiety/nervousness before the actual interview
• Create a good first impression
• Communicate your skills clearly
• Practice how to answer difficult questions

Preparing for Your Mock Interview:

• Dress professionally
• Bring the sample job description
• Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early
• Review your resume
• Know your skills, talents, and strengths
• Understand the industry/employer you are interviewing for
• Be prepared for situational questions like, "Tell me about a time that you had a serious disagreement with someone on your team, how did you handle the situation?"
• Best way to receive all the benefits of the mock interview is to treat it like an actual interview!
• Remember to smile

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