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Consider the interview as an opportunity for you to market your skills and relevant experience to the interviewer and to evaluate the organization’s appropriateness for you. It is a two-way evaluation of your fit with the organization. Interviewing is widely used as a means for selecting individual employees. Oftentimes, the final decision on hiring is based on the interview. For many, the interview causes some degree of nervousness. While this is normal, be aware that excessive nervousness may work against you.  \nPreparation is key to making a positive impression. It is essential for you to know yourself, know the organization and be prepared to give specific examples as to why you are an excellent fit for the position. The interviewer will determine your suitability for the position based on many factors. Obviously, your answers are critical, but your nonverbal communication, appearance and personality will be incorporated into the decision, too. Remember the four P’s before going on an interview: Prepare and practice, so that you can perform and be persuasive during the interview.  \nTYPES OF INTERVIEWS  \nThe type of interview and selection process varies from one organization to another. There are many types of interviews that you may encounter. Please visit Career One Stop to access a listing and description of various types of interviews. Three of the more common types of interviews that you can expect and therefore prepare for are described below.  \nScreening Interview  \nA screening interview is brief, lasting less than 30 minutes. It can occur over the phone or in person. In some cases, Skype or video may be utilized. The main purpose of a screening interview is to eliminate unqualified candidates. Based on this interview, a determination is made whether or not to invite the candidate in for a second interview. This is not the time to slack off and be unprepared. For example, if it is over the phone, be organized with your résumé available and prepare yourself as if you were meeting directly with the interviewer.  \nGeneral Interview  \nA general interview is usually 30 minutes or more in duration. The purpose of this interview is to learn about the candidate and determine if another interview is warranted.  \nSelection Interview  \nA selection interview is an opportunity for you and the interviewer to engage in an in-depth discussion concerning your qualifications for the position you are seeking. It is not unusual for this interview to last an hour and may include more than one interviewer. During this interview, it is important to develop rapport with everyone you meet and market yourself as the best candidate for the position.  \nINTERVIEW PREPARATION  \nIt is important to be prepared for an interview. Your preparation requires that you are knowledgeable about yourself and the position you are trying to attain. Being unprepared usually leads to a poor interview and decreases your chances of receiving a job offer.  \n• Prior to the interview, complete a self-assessment. Focus on your interests, skills, personality and values, as well as your education and work experience and how they match with the position and organization.  \n• Research the organization in a thorough manner. The simplest way is to use the employer’s own website. Knowledge about the organization will increase your chances of a successful interview and job offer. For more information on your research, review this article in  \nU.S. News & World Report.  \n• Update your résumé before the interview with new experience and skills. Review the information on your résumé and be prepared to speak about anything that you have included. Be sure that your résumé is tailored to the position and organization.  \n• Practice interview questions. 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