The basic psychology in evaluating any person in a 5-10 minutes interview is to review his earlier track records, as general tendencies of people remain constant most of the time.
With amateurs we cannot expect accolades or achievements in the selected field (if they have it is definitely a point gainer) so their education is primarily reviewed. Reviewing education not only implies comparing the academic scores but also their approach towards their academic life.
Few indicators – If a graduate has been leading his teams at various possible times, he projects himself as a promising leader. A focused student can definitely transform in to a result oriented employee. Students being part of many activities and camps are go getters and adapt easily to changes. If there is constant improvement in scores it shows their interest towards self improvement.
Nowadays I come across many students with a list of random training/certifications yet not aware of the purpose of the subject/course. There are few who have taken up lot of mock interviews and land up with confidence to attend interview but without knowing their capability or our requirement. They have a predefined set of expected questions and a general procedure to attend interview like arriving early and being formally dressed.
Not denying that the above is not necessary but there is lot more to analyze before attending interviews.
Firstly, neither all interviews are similar nor the process or the interviewer. One has to do a small analysis before any interview.
About the company– A brief study on what the company does and how.
About the exact position they have applied for – Designation, nature of job, their scope in industry, etc
Requirements for the position – There are different requirements for each position. An engineer can apply for both a sales position and a technical position, and both have different requirements. Technical engineer of a telecom company and an automobile company have different job roles. Study the requirements of the role.
Suitability – In what ways this job can help you achieve your goal or improve your abilities.
Selection possibility – An interview for 100 people to fill up 50 positions will be comparatively easier than an interview for 300 people for 20 positions. Prepare accordingly.
Any fresher is hired if convinced of being trainable. If the person in front of you is convinced of the fact that you possess the qualities to be trained, then you are in. Projecting those qualities in a presentable format at the time of interview is the real trick.
From my view as a HR these are few do(s) and don’t(s):
The very first round of selection process most fresh graduates face is a written test varying from aptitude to communication to psychometric. No means to avoid. Practice.
Be relevant. It is not required to project your R&D skills at a sales interview.
Have clarity – Why you need this job, what next in your career, what are your interests and capabilities, what additional skills you need to gain.
Prepare your résumé yourself with correct and required information rather than going by templates and stereotypes. Highlight your positive traits and avoid things that you do not know.
Listen keenly and keep the interviewer engaged with your answers.
Be Spontaneous – all interviews never go the same way. Formats may change in between. Panel may change. Be prepared.
Finally, Be Confident – on your own abilities. Do not lose hope until you find your dream job.
Best Wishes to Achieve your dream!
Let’s Grow Together!
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