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Interviews may vary in length and in format. Regardless of the interviewer's style, keep in mind that you want to present yourself and your accomplishments in the best possible light. During the interview listen carefully to what the interviewer is saying so that you can follow up with appropriate responses and questions. Do not assume there are single right answers to interview questions. It is often more important how you answer the question than the exact content of your responses. Your attitude during the interview is also extremely important. Go into an interview relaxed, but professional with a positive attitude. Never be defensive, arrogant, or self-effacing. You need to convey a sense of confidence and determination. Nearly all questions will be“open-ended” requiring much more than a one word response.  \nBEFORE THE INTERVIEW  \n􀂾 Research the organization. Familiarize yourself with the employer as much as possible. Read websites (company website, glassdoor.com, LinkedIn, etc.), annual reports, recent publications, and newspapers to find out about the field in general and the company in particular. Sign up for news alerts by visiting [http://alerts.google.com to create keyword news](http://alerts.google.com to create keyword news) alerts for the company and general industry. This will enable you not only to ask intelligent questions, but also to demonstrate to the potential employer that you are someone who does his or her homework and is genuinely interested in the position. Think of several questions to ask about the organization and the position based on your research.  \n􀂾 Review your resume. Be cognizant of your accomplishments and be able to cite examples of each without  \nlooking at your resume! Expect a potential employer to ask you about work experiences, education, and activities and to elaborate on your experiences. Also know yourself, your strengths, your weaknesses, and your career goals. Be able to walk the interviewer through your resume and explain what you did at each position and how you developed skills that will help you to succeed in the position for which you are interviewing.  \n􀂾 Practice your “personal pitch.” Often the first question asked by employers is “tell me about yourself” and your answer should be a 30-second to 2-minute pitch briefly describing your background, qualifications, and why you are interested in the job You can think of your pitch much like a cover letter, but out loud, touching on the most relevant aspects of your background that qualify you for the position. You do not need to discuss your childhood or personal details of your life, but rather discuss some key experiences you’ve had, the skills gained from those experiences, and how they relate to the job for which you are interviewing.  \n􀂾 Practice, practice, practice. 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