Interview 101: Unlock Your Potential

What Is an Interview?
Explain the purpose of a job interview and what employers are typically looking for.
Touch on different interview formats: in-person, phone, virtual.

Preparing for the Interview
Teach students how to research the company, understand a job description, and reflect on their own strengths, interests, and goals.

Common Interview Questions
Help students break down classic questions like:

“Tell me about yourself.”

“Why should we hire you?”

“What are your strengths/weaknesses?”

“Tell me about a time you solved a problem.”

Introduce the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure answers.
Activity: Practice in pairs or record responses for feedback.

Body Language & Communication Skills
Discuss nonverbal cues like eye contact, posture, handshakes (or virtual presence).
Talk about tone, speaking clearly, and avoiding filler words.


Provide a printable “Interview Day Checklist” to help them feel ready.

Follow-Up Etiquette
Go over how and when to send a thank-you email.
Talk about how to handle not hearing back and how to stay professional.


Wrap-Up & Confidence Boost
Recap key tips and reinforce the idea that practice builds confidence.