ESB International - Interview Tips
Application Tips - Preparing for an Interview
- Research ESB International before the interview. This will make a positive impression on the interviewers and will help you determine whether ESBI is the right place for you. There is information on ESBI and the areas in which ESBI is involved, available on web sites, in newspapers, business magazines etc. A great starting point is the About Us section of this website.
- Know ESBI's services and be prepared to give the interviewer substantive reasons why ESBI is attractive to you.
- Familiarise yourself with the key duties and responsibilities of the position for which you are applying. Be able to articulate clearly why you are interested in the position and how you match the job requirements.
- Be familiar with the contents of your CV/Resume and have concrete examples to back-up the strengths you claim to have.
- Plan for typical questions such as: - Achievements to date - Strengths / areas which require development - Challenging situations from previous roles and/or educational experience - Working in a team environment - likes / dislikes - Why you think you would be good at this job - Long term career ambitions.
- Your research on ESBI and the position should generate some questions about ESBI and your potential career path. Prepare some relevant questions. Asking relevant questions at the end of your interview will convey that you are genuinely interested in the position and it will also help you determine if the position is the right one for you. However this can be a balancing act. Don't ask questions for the sake of it! Only ask the question if you are genuinely seeking the information!
Day of Interview
- Make sure you know where the venue is and who you are meeting.
- Arrive in plenty of time, allow time for travel delay.
- Dress professionally.
- Bring a copy of your application with you to the interview so that you can refer to it, as required.
- Turn off your mobile phone before the interview.
During the Interview
- Introduce yourself courteously.
- Greet the interviewer/s with a firm handshake, make eye contact.
- Make a point of remembering the names of the panel
- Always try to answer the question that is being asked and try not to wander off the point. Try to address all of the points within the question.
- Always justify your answers by giving concrete examples from your experience to date.
- If you are unsure of exactly what you are being asked; ask the interviewer to repeat or clarify the question.
- When responding to a question, include all members of the Interview Panel by making appropriate eye contact.
- Show how your experience can benefit ESBI. Your preparation will pay dividends here.
- Be Positive - avoid negative comments about yourself and past employers.
- Do not misrepresent your qualifications and/or experience. Be as honest as possible.
- Ask relevant questions about the position/company.
- Be confident, enthusiastic and most importantly be yourself!
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