Take a look at the following feedback from employers who took part in a recent student mock interview event. Are you meeting their needs?
- Take notes if the interviewer gives you feedback.
- Articulate what your achievements say about you. If you swam for the county, for example, that says you are committed and competitive.
- Relate extra curricular activities to skills employers are looking for. Use army cadets experience, for example, to demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills.
- Take an interest in the outside world, current affairs and business. Prepare an answer to the question ” what has grabbed your attention in the news recently”.
- Answer the “tell me about your weaknesses question” very briefly, stop speaking and wait for the next question. Don’t fall into the bear pit by rambling on about your weaknesses.
The Placement Careers Centre sees students up to two years after graduation. If you would like careers or interview help, book a session with a careers consultant today by emailing careers@brunel.ac.uk, stipulating your degree course and student number.