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Your first job interview can be intimidating. Talking to someone about what you can mean for their company is not something we are trained for in school (well, most of us, at least). It\u2019s a skill that has to be developed by practice and experience, and some key tips and strategies can definitely help.<\/p>

Because not one job interview is the same, there is no universal solution that guarantees you get the job. However, regardless of the interview that you have, there are several things to remember when preparing for interviews.<\/p>

1. Research the company and the job description.<\/h2>

Showing that you\u2019ve researched the company before heading into an interview will show that you actually are interested in working there. At a minimum, ensure that you know enough about the company\u2019s history and mission statement so that when asked why you want to work there, you don\u2019t have to say, \u201cBecause of the money\u201d or \u201cBecause I really need a job.\u201d<\/p>

You don\u2019t need to be an expert, but you should understand what the company does, its goals, and who its competitors are. If there\u2019s something you\u2019re unsure about, ask your interviewer so that you don\u2019t make a mistake.<\/p>

Think about how this job fits into your career goals and the skills you want to develop. Think about how it will help you grow professionally and personally.<\/p>

2. Review your resume.<\/h2>

Before you head off to the interview, take a few minutes to review your resume. Make sure it\u2019s up-to-date and correct any mistakes. You may have worked on it for weeks or even months after finishing high school, but if you haven\u2019t looked at it in a while, take a few minutes to refresh your memory of what you wrote and make sure it still stands for who you are and what you want to do. You might even consider updating your photo or adding one if it\u2019s been a while since the last time you were in front of the camera. Make sure you know the content of your resume when you sit down for the interview.<\/p>

Your resume should reflect the most recent positions you\u2019ve held and the accomplishments you\u2019ve made. So get creative for your very first job interview: internships, side projects or maybe a charity where you had responsibilities to own up to. They deserve a spot on your resume. Make sure your contact information is accurate and up-to-date as well.<\/p>

3. Practice answering common interview questions.<\/h2>

You may not know exactly what questions the recruiter is going to ask you, but you can prepare for some potential questions, like salary expectations and your strengths or weaknesses. There are several online websites where you can find sample interview questions, like this (extensive) list of\u00a0100 interview questions<\/a>\u00a0from Monster. But it might be worth checking out examples of interviews conducted by big tech companies like Google, Apple or Meta because they often contain challenging and abstract questions to test your creativity and thought process.<\/p>

Take into account the context of your application. If you\u2019re applying for a job posting as an administrative assistant, for example, expect questions about your experience with office equipment and software such as Microsoft Word or Excel.<\/p>

If you\u2019re applying for a job as a web designer, expect questions about relevant technology like HTML, CSS and JS. Before the interview, think of several interview answers to questions that might come up during the interview so that you\u2019re prepared when they do arise.<\/p>

Answer all questions clearly and concisely. You can even practice answering questions by saying them out loud in front of a mirror.<\/p>

4. Prepare questions to ask the interviewer.<\/h2>

Asking questions about the position and the company at the end of the interview demonstrates how serious you are about landing the job. This shows that you are interested in what they say and have thought about how your skills and experience match what they need.<\/p>

Some interviewers will be impressed by candidates who take the time to prepare questions ahead of time. Here are some examples of good questions:<\/p>