Interviewing Skills

ABILITY TO CONDUCT A FORMAL CONVERSATION WITH A POTENTIAL EMPLOYER OR ADMISSIONS OFFICER WHO IS SEEKING TO DETERMINE IF A STUDENT IS THE BEST FIT FOR THAT OPPORTUNITY.

Informational Interviews are when you ask an individual within a field of interest to meet so you may learn more about the industry or career field as well as make connections/build a network. This is not an opportunity to ask for a job or internship.

Guide to Informational Interviewing

Informational Interviews – Networking

The Muse – Three Steps to the Perfect Interview

Forbes – How to Land and Ace an Informational Interview

Behavioral interviewing is the most common type of interview style for employers to utilize. Behavioral interview questions allow for candidates to highlight past behavior predictors and for employers to anticipate potential future behavior.

5 Steps/5 Minutes: How to Prepare for an Interview

Interviewing 101 Video

Overview of Interviewing Guide

Behavioral Interview Sample Questions

Behavioral Interview Information using STAR Method

Interviewing Worksheet

How to Ask Great Questions (video)

The purpose of case interviewing is to evaluate an individual’s analytical thinking skills and poise under pressure to solve a business problem with the ability to show a solid recommendation.

WFU School of Business Case Interview Guide

Case Interview Overview Video

Case in Point PowerPoint

Deloitte Sample Case

Sample Case Interview Questions

Case Preparation Fall 2023 (Schedule & Recordings)

Case Preparation Fall 2022 (Slides & Recordings)

Technical interviews are often used interchangeably with case interviews to showcase knowledge of the industry, work, and clients of the employer. It allows the interviewee to demonstrate knowledge of key analysis tools including financial ratios and profitability framework.

Technical Interviewing Guide

15 Questions Technical Hiring Managers Love To Ask In Interviews

Gamified Assessments Overview & Prep Steps 

Practice Gamified Assessments

Data Analyst Interview Questions

Healthcare Analyst Interview Questions

Combined interviews are processes that include multiple components of behavioral, case, and technical interview formats. Employers want to know if you are a good fit and have a can-do and will-do attitude.

Phone screen interviews are the first level of an interview conducted by a recruiter to determine you will progress to the full interview process with the hiring manager.

Forbes How to Ace a Phone Interview

Indeed – 15 Phone Interview Questions and Answers

Pre-recorded videos are a screening tool used to assess candidates in a format that allows review by multiple decision-makers in multiple locations.

Recorded Interview Tips

Practice with The InterviewPrep App

Pre-recorded videos are a screening tool used to assess candidates in a format that allows review by multiple decision-makers in multiple locations.

Recorded Interview Tips

Practice with The InterviewPrep App

Virtual interviewing is becoming more and more popular with employers. You’ll need to prepare for a virtual interview differently than an in-person one.

Live Video Interviewing Tips

Practice with InterviewPrep

Virtual Interview Video by Volkswagon

Virtual Career Fair Resource: How to Navigate Virtual Recruiting

During the final rounds of interviews, candidates will be asked to meet for interviews at the business location. Office interviews determine fit with the local office and offer the opportunity to meet with personnel at all levels in the organization. These types of interviews often include lunch or dinner.

Overview of Interviewing

Guide on What to Wear to the Interview

Commonly Asked Interview Questions

Super days are special as this is when employers invite groups of candidates to meet and interview personnel at all levels. This type of interviewing day typically includes networking, lunch, and team building activities.

Interview Prep Checklist

Interviewing: More Commonly Asked Questions

Career Resources

Skill Building Courses

Nail Your SQL Interview

Taught by Nichole Pulley
Are you looking for a new job but terrified about having to prove your skills? Worry not. A coding interview…

Ten Questions to Ask in Informational Interviews

Taught by Madecraft
Informational interviews are gateways to career insight, industry knowledge, and networking opportunities. In this course, former HR director Keisha Haymore…

Ten Micro-Impressions to Make in an Interview

Taught by Scott Mautz
A successful interview isn’t just about making an impression, but rather about making a series of the right impressions—consciously or…

Nano Tips for Nailing Your Job Interview with Sho Dewan

Taught by Sho Dewan
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this course, Sho…

Nano Tips for Mastering Job Interviews with Diana YK Chan

Taught by Diana YK Chan
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this course, Diana…

The Step-by-Step Guide to Rock Your Job Interview

Taught by Anna Belyaeva
In this course, founder of The Career Diet and career coach Anna Belyaeva provides a step-by-step guide to prepare for,…

Nailing your Interview, Resume, and Negotiation FAST

Taught by Pete Mockaitis | How to Be Awesome at Your Job
In this audio-only course, Steve Dalton—author of The Job Closer: Time-Saving Techniques for Acing Resumes, Interviews, Negotiations, and More— breaks…

Integrating Performance Management into the Hiring Process

Taught by Lou Adler
Most hiring processes emphasize what a person must have to even be considered for the job. By reversing the process…

Recruiting Techniques to Reveal Transferable Skills

Taught by Barbara Bruno
When filling opening job requisitions, do you often feel constricted by searching a pool of candidates filtered by job title…

Fair and Effective Interviewing for Diversity and Inclusion

Taught by Vernā Myers
Every organization knows that talent makes the difference in how well it can execute on its mission and goals. To…

Preparing to Get a Job in Data Analytics

Taught by Jess Ramos
Thinking about a career in data analytics or looking to land a more senior-level role? This course offers a friendly…

Ace Your Web Developer Interview

Taught by Emma Bostian
You know you’re a great developer for the job, but how do you prove it to your interviewers? It can…

Job Interview Nano Tips with Madeline Mann

Taught by Madeline Mann
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where LinkedIn Learning creators deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds. In this installment, discover…

Job Market Basics for Business Leaders

Taught by Jason Schenker
Understanding labor market dynamics is an important skill for leaders on multiple levels. Leaders need to hire people, they need…

Hiring and Supporting Neurodiversity in the Workplace (2021)

Taught by Tiffany Jameson
You may have heard the word neurodiversity, but what exactly does that mean? Our recognition that our workforce is filled…

Job Interviewing for Leaders and Managers

Taught by Sarah Johnston
If you think of a job interview like a test, wouldn’t it be good to go into the test knowing…

Remote Interviewing Techniques for Creative Jobs

Taught by Chris Nodder
You’ve lined up a remote interview for an exciting creative role. Now what? In this course, Chris Nodder helps you…

Nail Your Java Interview

Taught by Kathryn Hodge
Have you lined up an interview for a Java developer position? In this course, review critical Java concepts-and commonly-asked interview…

Mastering Web Developer Interview Code

Taught by Ray Villalobos
Whether you’re actively looking for a new job, or you just want to keep your coding skills sharp, it’s important…

Job Interview Tips for Accountants

Taught by Ajay Pangarkar
If you’re an accountant looking for a new job and you see a hiring notice that suits your skill set…

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