Career Success Guide

Interviewing - Interview Assessment

INTERVIEW ASSESSMENT Interviews serve one purpose: to find the most qualified employee. A successful interview is one in which an employer has the opportunity to accurately judge whether you will be the best fit for the position and the company. During the interview, employers will most likely assess your appearance, personality, overall demeanor, verbal and nonverbal skills along with your answers to interview questions. Most employers will use some sort of scoring sheet. During the interview, employers will take notes and rank you according to your strengths, skills and qualifications. The candidate with the highest score/strongest ranking will often be selected as the final candidate and offered the position. How Employers Evaluate You During an Interview Below is an actual example, directly from an employer, demonstrating how you might be evaluated during an interview. What’s the secret to doing well in an interview? Prepare and practice!

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Educational Background

Does the candidate have the appropriate educational qualifications, licensure, and/or training for this position?

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Prior Work Experience

Has the candidate acquired similar skills or qualifications through past work experiences?

Technical Qualifications/ Experience

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Does the candidate have the technical skills necessary for this position?

Verbal Communication

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How were the candidate’s communication skills during the interview? (i.e. body language, answers to questions)

Candidate Enthusiasm

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How much interest did the candidate show in the position and the company?

Knowledge of Company

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Did the candidate research the company prior to the interview?

Team Building/ Interpersonal Skills

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Did the candidate demonstrate, through their answers, good team building/interpersonal skills?

Initiative

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Did the candidate demonstrate, through their answers, a high degree of initiative?

Time Management

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Did the candidate demonstrate, through their answers, good time management skills?

Customer Service

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Did the candidate demonstrate, through their answers, a high level of customer service skills/abilities?

Overall Impression and Recommendation

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Final comments and recommendations for proceeding with the candidate.

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