Preparing for a panel interview

Which of the following statements are true? (Check the three options that apply.)

• A panel interview is an interview with more than one interviewer.

• A group interview is held when the interviewers do not have the time to meet the candidates one at a time.

• A video interview may be used if you have applied for an overseas position or school.

• A one-on-one interview is an in-depth interview that is conducted between one interviewer and one interviewee.

When are you most likely to encounter an interview via video conferencing?

• When you do not have the time to attend an actual interview

• When you want to meet with the interviewer before a group interview

• When you have applied for a position or school that is located overseas

A panel interview will allow for a collective opinion from different people, who may also be from different departments.

• True

• False

What should you do before an interview?

• Find out more about the company or school

• Inform your referees that they will be contacted by the company or school

• Write a thank you email to the interviewer and explain why you think they should hire you

It is not necessary to review the job description and determine how your skills and strengths are a good fit when applying for a job.

• True

• False

It is important to dress appropriately for an interview. Which of the following is the appropriate grooming and attire for Ladies for an interview? (Select 2 options)

• Shorts

• Crop top

• Long sleeved blouse

• Mini-skirt

• Knee length skirt

It is important to dress appropriately for an interview. Which of the following is the appropriate grooming and attire for men for an interview? (Select 3 options)

• Tie

• polo tee

• long sleeved shirt

• sandals

• business pants

Why do you need to arrive 30 minutes before the interview is due to commence?

• It will give you time to settle down and complete any paperwork.

• It will give you time to walk around the office and get an understanding of the layout.

• It will give you time to talk to the receptionist and find out if your potential employer is easy to work with.

How should you handle a panel interview? (Select 2 options)

• Thank each of the interviewer on the panel after the interview.

• Bring sufficient copies of your resume for everyone on the panel.

• Shake only the hand of the person who appears to have the highest authority.

• Enter the room, smile at the interviewers and sit down at the first chair you see.

• Maintain eye contact only with the person asking the question and ignore the rest.

Asking questions about the organisation or position shows the interviewer that you are interested in the position and wants to find out more.

• True

• False