What Employers Look for in a Candidate:
Self-confidence/ability to communicate
Work ethic: teamwork, leadership, initiative, flexibility, ability to handle conflict
Intelligence, critical thinking
General personality: poise, enthusiasm, creativity, high energy level, interpersonal skills
Personal management, self-knowledge
Qualifications-Can you relate your academic program, skills, and/or prior work or internship experience to the needs of an employer?
Key Points to Remember:
Do:Arrive 10-15 minutes early
Maintain good eye contact with the interviewer
Use a firm, professional handshake
Listen carefully to the interviewer’s questions
Be aware of your body language; maintain good posture, appear relaxed and not fidgety
Show enthusiasm, confidence, courtesy, and honesty
Keep a positive attitude about former employers, supervisors, and
co-workers; be tactful and do not criticize former employers even if discussing an unpleasant situation
Maintain a professional image-don’t let the employer’s casual approach fool you
Always present the best of your background and qualifications
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