Interview skills

What is the first step in researching a career in any area?

• Applying for jobs

• Identifying your interests and skills

• Writing a CV

• Attending interviews

Which website is commonly used in the UK for researching job vacancies?

• LinkedIn

• Indeed

• UCAS

• TikTok

What is a key skill needed for interviews in both industry and Higher Education (HE)?

• Technical skills

• Communication skills

• Physical strength

• Artistic ability

When preparing for an interview, what is an important step to take?

• Memorising your CV

• Researching the company or institution

• Choosing a casual outfit

• Practising your handwriting

Which of the following is a good resource for finding information about different careers in the UK?

• Wikipedia

• National Careers Service

• Facebook

• Instagram

What is the STAR method used for in interviews?

• Describing your technical skills

• Structuring your answers to competency questions

• Writing your CV

• Networking with professionals

Which of the following is NOT a good practice for interview preparation?

• Practising common interview questions

• Arriving late to the interview

• Dressing appropriately

• Bringing copies of your CV

What is a good way to follow up after an interview?

• Send a thank-you email

• Call the interviewer every day

• Ignore the interviewer

• Send a gift

What should you do if you don't know the answer to an interview question?

• Make up an answer

• Admit you don't know but explain how you would find out

• Ignore the question

• Change the subject

Which of the following should you bring to an interview?

• Your pet

• Copies of your CV & any portfolios of work done

• A musical instrument

• A family member