Stages of Interviewing

STAGE 1: FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Introduction: light conversation about sports, weather, traffic, etc.
Interviewer Expectations: Good, firm handshake; eye contact; proper interview attire/grooming.

Education: grades, choice of school and major, special interests, and achievements.
Work: Types of jobs held, level of responsibility experienced, tasks enjoyed most and least, what was gained.
Which of your experiences has been most rewarding to you?
What type of work environment appeals to you?
What skills have you developed?
Activities and Interests: Role in campus organizations, fraternities, sororities, extracurricular activities, hobbies, sports, cultural interests.
Are you active in any organizations or clubs?
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

Immediate and long-term objectives, interest in the company, geographical preferences.

Immediate and long-term objectives, interest in the company, geographical preferences.
What are your long-range and short-range goals and objectives?
When and why did you establish these goals?
How are you preparing yourself to achieve them?
What do you see yourself doing five years from now?
How would you describe yourself?
What motivates you to put forth your greatest effort
What qualifications do you have that make you think that you will be successful?
In what ways do you think you can make a contribution to our company?

Company opportunities, training programs, corporate structure, benefits and educational opportunities, chances for promotion.

What you should do next (fill out applications, send transcripts, forward references), further steps the company will take, when you will be notified of interview results, cordial farewell.