Job Interview

Being called to a job interview is a first success to be proud of. However, it is necessary to show up to the meeting well prepared.

Some suggestions:

• before the interview gather information about the institution/company you are going to meet with, its organization, products and services offered
• show up on time and dress appropriately for the environment. Adopt neat, clean and formal dressing. It is preferable not to appear at an interview with very obvious accessories (piercings, necklaces, etc.) or with signs of political, religious or ideological affiliation
• listen carefully to the interlocutor
• elaborate on relevant aspects of one's experience that may match what the institution/company is seeking
• be concise and precise. Do not dwell on aspects that do not relate to the profession sought, but focus on one's strengths and the contribution one could make in the new job
• demonstrate flexibility, willingness to engage and bring results
• if possible, ask relevant questions of your interlocutor to show attention and interest; it is important that they are relevant
• if you have stated that you know a language other than your own, be prepared for an interview that could also take place in that language
• in an initial interview, never ask about vacation time, job classification, and salary, unless the recruiter asks questions about these issues
• it is possible to ask what the timing and manner of the selection will be

Possible interview questions

Prepare to answer a variety of questions, which might be:

• what are your strengths and what needs improvement?
• why did you apply for this role?
• what do you know about our institution/company?
• how do you describe your character?
• what is your ideal work environment?
• what did you like most about your last position? And what less?
• what are the reasons for your change?
• why do you think you are the ideal candidate?