CSU-San Bernardino Career Guide - Flipbook - Page 24
Interviewing
The Career Center provides assistance to help you prepare for an interview. Start your preparation today by taking
these steps:
• Review the Career Center interview resources
online to learn more about interviewing and how to
prepare.
• Come to the Career Center during drop-in hours for
general interviewing questions.
• Develop your interview skills and learn best
interview practices using the Career Center’s online
interview practice platform, Hiration.
• Set up an appointment on Navigate for a mock
interview and to build interview skills.
Case Interviews
Case interviews are common in consulting, fnance, and
other analytical felds. Candidates are presented with a
business problem or scenario and are asked to analyze,
solve, and present their recommendations.
• Understand the problem thoroughly before
attempting to solve it.
• Break down the problem into manageable
components.
• Communicate your thought process clearly and
logically.
• Practice mental math and quantitative analysis if
applicable.
Be prepared to defend your recommendations and
adapt to new information.
Traditional Interviews
Involve a one-on-one conversation between the
candidate and the interviewer. Questions may cover
your background, skills, experiences, and ft for the
position.
• Research the company and role by using online
resources and leveraging your network.
• Practice common interview questions and
formulate concise, thoughtful responses.
• Showcase your accomplishments and relevant
skills.
• Maintain good eye contact, posture, and body
language.
• Ask insightful questions about the role and
company culture.
Behavioral Interviews
Behavioral interviews focus on past experiences and
behaviors to predict future performance. Interviewers
may ask questions like “Tell me about a time when...” or
“Give an example of...”
• Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action,
Result) to structure your responses.
• Provide specifc examples from your past
experiences.
• Highlight your problem-solving skills, teamwork,
and leadership abilities.
• Emphasize positive outcomes and lessons learned
from challenging situations.
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Panel Interviews
Panel interviews involve multiple interviewers from
diferent departments or levels within the organization.
This format allows for diverse perspectives but can be
more intimidating for candidates.
• Address each panelist individually when answering
questions.
• Maintain eye contact and engage with all
interviewers.
• Tailor your responses to appeal to the interests and
concerns of diferent panel members.
• Stay calm and confdent, even if the panelists ask
challenging questions.
• Thank each panelist individually at the end of the
interview.
Virtual Interviews
Virtual interviews are conducted remotely, often
via video conferencing platforms like Zoom. Virtual
interviews may also be conducted on autonomous
interviewing platforms (e.g., HireVue, Pradox, Sonar,
etc.). These systems use AI to conduct initial candidate
screenings without a human interviewer. They require
additional preparation to ensure a smooth and
professional experience.
• Test your technology and internet connection in
advance.
• Choose a quiet, well-lit location for the interview.
• Dress professionally and minimize distractions.
• Make eye contact by looking into the camera.
• Practice speaking clearly and at a moderate pace to
ensure clear communication.
Learn More
about STAR
Interviews
