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Interviewing
Interview attire
Business casual attire
Dining etiquette
 
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Acknowledging a job offer
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Declining
Accepting
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Relocating
 
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Diverse students
International students
Students with disabilities
LGBT students
Graduate students

The Mock Interview Program
We offer the Mock Interview Program at Career Services for students who would like a practice interview. To participate:
Come to our office location in person during office hours to schedule the appointment; we need you to complete a form and leave a copy of your resume.
The appointment will be scheduled to last for one hour. How quickly your appointment can be set depends on advisor availability and other demands on our schedules. Don't wait until the last minute to schedule mock interviews.
Arrive early for the scheduled mock interview; dress in interview attire.
If you would like to have your interview taped, please make note on your registration form when signing up for an interview. Your mock interviewer will record your interview onto a miniDVD + RW disk. After your interview you will have an opportunity to watch the recording with your interviewer, to ensure that you are making the most effective presentation of your skills, abilities, and professionalism.
Your interview will last no more than 30 minutes. The remaining time will be used for you and your advisor to discuss and critique your interview and to address questions you may have.
 
Also see:
Safety issues related to interviews (we're not kidding!)
Pre-interview employer information sessions
Typical interview format
Telephone interviews
Interview attire
Sample questions
Sample questions for teaching candidates
Behavioral interviewing
Interview DOs & DON'Ts
Researching employers — why and how
Questions to ask the employer
Responding to salary questions
On-site interviews
Dining Etiquette
Interview expenses
After your interviews / follow up / thank-you letters
Interview attire
Business casual attire
Salary information: don't be taken by surprise
           
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