A few things to consider before the interview...
First, you have put yourself in their shoes. Speak in terms that interest them, meaning that they want to know what you are going to do for them that the others won't, aka best value. Don't talk about how you want to gain work experience, rather mention that you are interested in working your way up the ladder of their reputable company (even if you don't necessarily). Employers love motivated and loyal employees and that's how you want to phrase your answers.
They are probably going to pull the standard questions of your greatest strengths and weakness. And of course they will ask some curve ball like, "Tell me about a time where your morals were compromised." Prep for these ahead of time and things will be much easier.
A method I like to take is to turn the interview around on them. People love to talk about themselves and like those who allow them to do so. Ask about how they got to be where they were and what they enjoy about the company and why they have a leg up on the competition. This also allows you to learn about the company which is what you should also be taking away from the interview. Before you give up your valuable time, you want to know if it is worth the paycheck right?
After the interview, follow up that day with a thank you email. Often employers don't have a set hire date so with other projects going on, it may come down to you being persistent in following up if they are going to hire you. Every 2-4 days would be acceptable unless they mention otherwise.
First, you have put yourself in their shoes. Speak in terms that interest them, meaning that they want to know what you are going to do for them that the others won't, aka best value. Don't talk about how you want to gain work experience, rather mention that you are interested in working your way up the ladder of their reputable company (even if you don't necessarily). Employers love motivated and loyal employees and that's how you want to phrase your answers.
They are probably going to pull the standard questions of your greatest strengths and weakness. And of course they will ask some curve ball like, "Tell me about a time where your morals were compromised." Prep for these ahead of time and things will be much easier.
A method I like to take is to turn the interview around on them. People love to talk about themselves and like those who allow them to do so. Ask about how they got to be where they were and what they enjoy about the company and why they have a leg up on the competition. This also allows you to learn about the company which is what you should also be taking away from the interview. Before you give up your valuable time, you want to know if it is worth the paycheck right?
After the interview, follow up that day with a thank you email. Often employers don't have a set hire date so with other projects going on, it may come down to you being persistent in following up if they are going to hire you. Every 2-4 days would be acceptable unless they mention otherwise.
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