Do you have virtual (video-based) interviews scheduled? Check out the helpful tips and tricks inside this post!

Step-by-Step Preparation:

• Step 1: Prepare, practice, dress professionally, know your résumé inside and out, research the company & have smart questions to ask
• Step 2: Technology – test set up and platform, audio with headphones, don’t sit too close to camera, practice making eye contact with it
• Step 3: Environment – quiet, well lit space, avoid swivel or oversized chairs; turn off phone
• Step 4: Be yourself & speak to interviewer as you would in person; interview practice gives you confidence; confidence helps you relax and be the real you

Extra Tips:

• Research common interview questions and practice responding to them
• Be enthusiastic and showcase your interest in the company and the role you want
• Be cognizant of the time delay – wait to respond until you are positive the interviewer is done talking
• Relate your previous experiences to skills that are necessary for the role
• Answer questions directly and confidently
• Ask good questions that highlights your knowledge of the company and the industry

BE: Confident, relaxed

MAINTAIN: great eye contact,
professional appearance

• Know where to look for eye contact
• Don’t sit too close or in a swivel chair
• Check audio and video beforehand
• Be on time for your time slot
• Showcase your background
• Come with good questions
• Send smart follow-ups to show you know the firm
• Be specific, don’t get distracted
• Answer the question instead of working around it
• Keep it conversational
• There is usually a 1-2 second delay in audio so wait to ask a question until you are sure they are done talking
• Show your enthusiasm & prove your research – firm, industry, desired role
• Utilize good lighting, professional atmosphere, eliminate distractions – could ask the OPCD for an open office if one is not readily available!
• Provide your point of view as to why you want to work there
• Connect what you’ve done to the role you want and answer questions directly
• Practice so you are less nervous and less likely to go off topic (MOCK INTERVIEWS or INTERVIEW STREAM)