Job interview

Job interview is a process in which a potential employee is evaluated by an employer for prospective employment in their company, organization, or firm. During this process, the employer hopes to determine whether or not the applicant is suitable for the role.

Overview

A job interview typically precedes the hiring process and may occur at any stage of the hiring process. The interview can occur in several formats, including one-on-one, panel, group, phone, and video interviews. The interview is usually conducted in a professional setting, although with the rise of remote work, many interviews are now conducted virtually.

Types of job interviews

There are several types of job interviews that an applicant may undergo. Among them are:

• Structured interview: A set of predetermined questions are asked of all job candidates.
• Unstructured interview: Questions are asked as they come to mind in no particular order.
• Stress interview: The applicant is made uncomfortable by a series of often rude questions. This type of interview is designed to assess the applicant's ability to handle stress.
• Behavioral interview: The applicant is asked to describe how they handled a situation in the past.
• Situational interview: The applicant is asked to describe how they would handle a hypothetical situation.

Preparation

Preparation is key to performing well in a job interview. This includes researching the company, understanding the job requirements, and preparing answers to common interview questions.

Follow-up

After the interview, it is common for the applicant to send a thank you note to the interviewer. This not only shows appreciation for the opportunity, but also reaffirms the applicant's interest in the position.

See also

• Employment
• Human resources
• Recruitment
• Job hunting

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