Interviews
Being prepared for interviews will give you the confidence you need to highlight your skills and accomplishments during the interviewing process. UIC’s Office of Career Services offers multiple ways for students to brush up on in-person or video interviewing skills.
Interview Rooms:
UIC Career Services offers interview rooms to students and alumni Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm. Contact us to confirm your reservation. careerservices@uic.edu / (312) 996-2300
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Interview Types
Employers use different types of interviews to vet job and/or internship candidates in today’s job market. It is important that you understand why employers use each type of interview during your internship and/or job search.
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Tips for video or phone interviews
Follow these tips if you are participating in a phone or video interview:
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How can I practice interviewing?
Students can strengthen their interview skills by signing up for a practice or “mock interview” with a UIC Career Advisor. Following the practice interview, you will receive feedback about interviewing strengths and areas to improve.
How to Research a Company Before the Interview from Career Advice Simplified
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What should I wear to an interview?
It is important to dress appropriately for interviews because first impressions count. The suggested dress code for interviews is business attire. If you are not sure what that means, read the document below for more information.
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Land The Job Through Employer And Industry Research
Another key component of interview success is doing research about the employer and industry to learn about current trends that you can speak about in your interview. UIC Library offers FREE resources to UIC students to learn about employers and industries.
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Things not to do in an interview
Key Resources for Preparation Before, During and After Your Interview Heading link
Before Your Interview |
Before Interview - Common Interview Questions
Behavioral Interview Questions |
During Your Interview |
During Interview - List of Questions to Ask |
After Your Interview |
After Interview - Sample Thank You Notes/Emails |