Preparing for interview
Preparation is key to a successful interview. Researching your new team or employer, preparing for questions, and practicing psychometric tests can all help contribute to a successful interview. The University's Careers Service offers a full guide to interview preparation available here.
Further guidance on preparing for Academic and Professional interviews at Universities is also available.
On the day of the interview make sure you know where you are going and how long it takes to get there. Give yourself time, emphasise your qualities and make your achievements clear.
Interview preparation
The Careers Service offers a webinar on interview preparation: For interview tips and advice see the Interview master class online course from LinkedIn Learning. (If you don’t have a Linkedin Learning account then you can request one from SL&D)
Interview questions
Recruiters will use different types of questions to prompt candidates. Find out about possible questions and how to respond them effectively at LinkedIn Learning with the Mastering Common Interview Questions video and the job search website Glassdoor. (LinkedIn Learning accounts can be requested from SL&D)
Psychometric tests
These are often used as part of the recruitment process. Find out about types of tests and how to prepare for them.
Nerves at interview
It’s normal to be nervous at interview click here for advice on how to deal with nerves.
Internal candidate advice
Being an internal interview candidate can be complicated by existing relationships. Advice is available when facing this situation:
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning has a variety of courses to support you in preparing for an interview. Take at look at this collection of courses as a starting point. If you do not have access to LinkedIn Learning already, request access via the Training Catalogue.