A New Grad’s Guide to Job Interviews

by , May 4, 2012 — 1 Comment

It’s graduation season, and for many new and soon-to-be grads, that means it’s job-hunting season, too. But if you’re new to job interviews, don’t panic. Start with this quick visual guide to everything you need to know: How to prepare, what to do (and what not to do), and what to expect during those 40 minutes (on average) you’ll spend on the hot seat.

Then, why not read up on more of our great job search advice? Check out our tips for interview etiquette, eight looks that land the job, and our all-in-one interview prep guide.

  A New Grads Guide to Job Interviews

Home page photo courtesy of Jerry Bunkers. Infographic courtesy of HigestPayingCareers.org via Daily Infographic.

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JuJu writes and produces interactive graphics for The Daily Muse. Besides indulging her inner Adobe Flash nerd, she enjoys shopping, watching Pittsburgh Steelers football games and baking dessert items. JuJu attends Northwestern University, where she writes and edits for the Daily Northwestern and studies journalism and psychology.

1 comments
Katie
Katie

Thank you, that's a fabulous run-through of tips. Advice like 'don't wear too much perfume', 'maintain eye contact' and 'prepare 3 questions' are ones I hadn't thought of, as a recent graduate with little interview practice. I have one to offer re. looking sharp: posture! I have been called out on this as part of interview feedback and I had no idea how bad it looks. Sit up straight!