{"id":17,"date":"2019-05-20T20:19:20","date_gmt":"2019-05-20T20:19:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.macalester.edu\/career-exploration\/?page_id=17"},"modified":"2025-02-14T16:38:07","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T16:38:07","slug":"interviewing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.macalester.edu\/career-exploration\/interviewing\/","title":{"rendered":"Interviewing"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"link-group block-container\" >\n        <div class=\"link-group__featured-row\">\n        <div class=\"link-group__featured-inner\">\n            <div class=\"link-group__featured-inner-inner\">\n                <ul class=\"link-group__featured-link\">\n                                            <li class=\"link-group__link-item\">\n                            <a class=\"base-cta-featured\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1TLFQzE4muadmVw_XFZpNAP3bJnLpK8b_mvcNmsoqdb0\/preview\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t    Interviewing Quick Start Guide (gdoc)\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t    <svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"base-symbol base-cta-featured__arrow\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t    <use xlink:href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/macalester-2020\/dist\/svgs\/symbol-arrow.svg#icon\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                                            <li class=\"link-group__link-item\">\n                            <a class=\"base-cta-featured\" href=\"https:\/\/macalester.biginterview.com\/saml\/init\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t    Big Interview (Online Mock Interview Tool)\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t    <svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"base-symbol base-cta-featured__arrow\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t    <use xlink:href=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/macalester-2020\/dist\/svgs\/symbol-arrow.svg#icon\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                                    <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Interviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Behavioral Interviews&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A common style of interview, the behavioral interview, seeks to obtain specific examples of past application of the skills necessary for a role. The premise is that past behavior will predict future performance, even in varied contexts. They often begin with \u201ctell me about a time when\u2026\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1cLFUNEfWEK4q9Nobvlhozfj-czMOmXgqeLTu34C85fE\/preview\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sample Interview Questions <\/span><\/a>(gdoc)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">STAR Technique Worksheet in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1_-oJIlg1BD8wowUym6GUI9Vf4caRCAg5ZMDUSM2vKCs\/preview\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Quick Start Guide to Interviewing <\/span><\/a>(gdoc)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Case Interviews&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Case interviews are less common, and while used in a variety of industries, are most commonly used by management consulting firms. Interviewers utilizing case questions seek to test your critical thinking and analytical skills. Interviewers will pose a hypothetical problem, and ask you to walk through your detailed process of getting to a solution.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Learn more at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/caseinterview.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">CaseInterview.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Hints and suggestions from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.deloitte.com\/us\/en\/pages\/careers\/articles\/join-deloitte-careers-case-interview-tips.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Deloitte<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical Interviews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sometimes called \u201cwhiteboard\u201d interviews, technical interviews are less common and are used in a variety of industries to assess technical skills like programming, financial modeling, etc. Unlike other types of interview questions, these tend to have a \u201cright\u201d answer, and rely on technical knowledge obtained through your coursework or other training.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1HzrwIO74JoB7cT1AKCVIhD7ma_OE4pSsxwiy8GGNeqk\/preview\">Whiteboard Interview Basics<\/a> <\/span>(gdoc)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interview Preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1TLFQzE4muadmVw_XFZpNAP3bJnLpK8b_mvcNmsoqdb0\/preview\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Interviewing Quick Start Guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> (gdoc)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1cLFUNEfWEK4q9Nobvlhozfj-czMOmXgqeLTu34C85fE\/preview\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sample Interview Questions <\/span><\/a>(gdoc)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1JU5CW_QaVNDJooEZT11VJEdbrJyeEO_KMBMYXAz20Fs\/preview\">Video &amp; Phone Interviewing<\/a> (gdoc)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mock Interviews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The best way to excel at interviewing is to practice and receive feedback. Career Exploration offers many opportunities for interview practice, including:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Individual mock interviews.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Schedule with a career advisor via <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/macalester.joinhandshake.com\/appointments\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Handshake<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Mock interviewing programs. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Scheduled throughout the semester, Career Exploration offers mock, behavioral, case and technical interviews with our staff, alumni and\/or recruiters.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interview Dress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Employers perceive an interview as an opportunity to see the most professional version of you. A work environment may end up being more casual thereafter, but your interview dress shows your appreciation of and capacity for professionalism. Not sure what professional dress looks like or where to find affordable options? We can help:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Set up an appointment with a career advisor on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/macalester.joinhandshake.com\/appointments\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Handshake<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Consignment shops are great places to find interview attire on a budget. Encore Consignment and Elite Repeat are local favorites for Macalester students.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recruiting 101<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On- and off-campus recruiting is a unique experience, with distinct timelines, expectations and norms.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In order to participate in recruiting activities, you must be an enrolled student in good standing with the college. Your participation is based on the understanding that your conduct impacts the reputation of Macalester College, our relationships with employers, and future opportunities for Macalester students. Failure to meet any of the following expectations during the recruitment process may result in suspension of recruiting privileges and\/or Handshake access.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do you have questions about how to best prepare for recruiting or handle a situation? Make an appointment via <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/macalester.joinhandshake.com\/appointments\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Handshake<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to see any of our career advisors.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Handshake Profile Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We recommend keeping your GPA and work authorization public in Handshake. If you choose to keep GPA and\/or work authorization private in your Handshake profile, your application may default to \u201cnot meeting qualifications\u201d for positions to which you apply, even if your GPA or work authorization meets the minimum qualifications for the role.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Misrepresentation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is the college\u2019s expectation that you represent yourself accurately (i.e. grade point average, work authorization, past experience, etc.) in all application processes, including application forms, resumes, cover letters and interviews. Rounding GPA to the nearest tenth is acceptable (i.e. 3.46 may be rounded to 3.5). If you have questions about how to accurately represent your ability to work legally in the United States, please make an appointment with a career advisors via <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/macalester.joinhandshake.com\/appointments\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Handshake<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recruiting Events<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Recruiting events (information sessions, career fairs, etc.) provide an excellent opportunity for you to connect with prospective employers. Once you have registered in Handshake, employers are able to see that you are planning to attend. If you cannot attend, please change your RSVP by no later than 24 hours prior to an event. Unless otherwise specified, professional dress is generally expected for any employer-hosted event.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On-campus Interviews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On-campus interviews provide a convenient opportunity to interview without having to leave campus. A scheduled interview represents a professional commitment. If you must cancel your interview, you must notify Career Exploration at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled interview. Please double check the location of your on-campus interview and plan to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to all scheduled interviews. Unless otherwise specified, professional interview dress is expected for any on-campus interview.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Offers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Accepting a job or internship offer, either orally or in writing, represents a commitment. Our expectation is that once you accept an offer, you will do so in good faith with the full intention of honoring your commitment. After you accept an internship or job offer, you should immediately withdraw all pending applications and cancel all scheduled interviews.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Employers and Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Career Exploration makes a reasonable effort to check the legitimacy of employers and positions, but we are unable to verify every posting. You must perform due diligence in researching employers when applying for or accepting an offer of employer.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Research company websites thoroughly: Does the website look legitimate? Look for stock photos, grammatical errors, and poor use of English language.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Research the company on websites such as Glassdoor.com for feedback and complaints.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep your private information private! Don\u2019t share personal information, e.g., social security numbers, banking information, credit or debit card numbers, PINs, passwords, birthday, address, mother\u2019s maiden name.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Never process financial transactions.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For additional information, read <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naceweb.org\/career-development\/organizational-structure\/fraudulent-employers-tips-for-career-centers-and-students\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fraudulent Employers: Tips for Career Centers and Students.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Offer Negotiations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Although it is acceptable to attempt to negotiate an offer or interview timelines, it can be tricky. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We recommend that you speak with a career advisor in Career Exploration before you begin negotiations. 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