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The jobsDB Interview Guide for
Fresh Graduates
Congratulations, you've graduated from school and you're all set for the working world. Or are you? Even though most graduates do well in the jobs market, some graduates still find it difficult to receive employment. If you’re determined to score well in your career search, here are some winning tips and handy checklists to help you during job interviews.
CHECKLIST Research, research, research Prepare answers for common interview questions Get dressed for success Ask your interviewer questions
Pre-interview Checklist 1. Research, research, research It is critical to be knowledgeable about the organisation and what they do before you step into the interview. A quick online search can reap lots of useful information. Be sure to highlight where your areas of expertise could be useful to them.
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Have you visited the comp any website? Do you have the necessary qualifications for the job you’re applying for? Are you a good fit to the requirements they’ve listed out in their job ad?
2. Prepare answers for common interview questions Rehearse your answers for the list of typical interview questions that we’ve compiled on the left. Not all interviews are conducted the same, so this checklist serves as a guide to help you feel more prepared. Stay open to the unexpected and remember to be natural when you reply.
Image Checklist
3. Get dressed for success If in doubt, dress more conservatively than you usually would and that usually includes hair colour. Avoid bright, flashy colours to project an image of professionalism and if you’re female, avoid “blinging” it out in jewellery – minimal embellishments make you look organised. A sleek file or portfolio to neatly store your documents and papers convey your attention to details and that speak volumes to your prospective employer.
Is your interview outfit clean, neat and ironed? Are your clothes appropriate for the job role you’ve applied for? Are your documents and papers neatly kept in a file or portfolio? Is your cellphone switched off or set to ‘silent’?
List of what’s appropriate to ask
and not ask
Ask about: . The worki ng culture and environment of the company. . The next steps you need to take if there are further rounds of interviews. . What the company expects you to accom plish in the first few months. Don’t ask about: . Your salary , staff benefits, overtime pay and perks until you’re confir for the job. med . Rumours you’v e heard about the company. . How quick ly you can get promoted. . Other positi ons in the company. . Changing the job scope or working sched ule.
4. Ask your interviewer questions Having questions prepared for the interviewer demonstrate your passion and strategic thinking for the job. Asking about the work culture and future plans are great places to start but do avoid asking personal questions, or questions from the company's FAQ webpage. Whenever possible, ask your interviewer(s) for their name card(s) so you can thank them later through email for the interview opportunity.
We hope that you’ve found this job interview guide informative for your start into the working world. It is important to hit all the right notes in an interview as increased competition in today’s economy will affect the company’s decision on whom to hire. Best of luck in your interviews! For more interview and career tips, or to start your career search with over 20,000 available jobs online, visit jobsdb.com.sg.
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