Interview checklist

Interview checklist

When stress levels soar, it’s easy to forget the details that’ll make your interview experience a whole lot easier. And once it’s all over, sheer relief might mean following-up is the last thing on your mind. Make sure you’ve read through this checklist before the big day so you can feel reassured all bases are covered.

Before the interview

• Research the organisation, check the company website and search for them on the internet
• If you’re changing career make sure you research the industry and job role
• Prepare answers to common interview questions
• Make sure you know the name of the person or people interviewing you
• Check the format of the interview
• Research your interviewers – Google their names and check LinkedIn
• Print a copy of your CV to take with you
• Re-read your CV
• Plan the journey and check for delays
• Take a contact number with you in case there are any problems
• Print out a map of your route
• Leave a good half hour before you think you need to

At the interview

• Switch off your mobile phone
• Ask questions about the role and company
• Ask when you can expect to hear back

After the interview

• Email to thank the interviewer for the opportunity
• If you’re unsuccessful, contact the interviewer and ask for feedback