This is a simplified summary about college interview preparation. It also applies to scholarship and internship interviews. Our video workshop has more details on how to answer interview questions and we also offer individualized, one-on-one interview coaching. Book a training course to prepare or a coaching practice session before your interview. Spots are limited based on availability.
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Before the interview
- Write down your Big 3: 3 passions and 3 characteristics
- Prepare a list of interview questions with answers (and anecdotes to back them up)
- Practice, practice, practice
- Look into your interviewer’s background (LinkedIn, Google search, etc)
- Have questions for your interviewer
During the interview:
- Arrive early
- Dress business casual
- Bring your resume and offer a copy to the interviewer
- Be conversational
- Use storytelling to your advantage
- Don’t talk too fast
- Don’t get into the technical details of research or activities (unless asked) → emphasize the impact
After the interview:
- Send a thank you email to the interviewer
- Write down the things you did well and need to improve on while you still remember
- Relax because everything is out of your hands now!
- Start to prepare for your next interview.
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