How to Pre­pare for Your Job Interview

Yes, you may be nervous, but do not worry, your nervosity will help you stay focused in your job interview. Our recommendations on how to prepare for a job interview will help you to feel more confident.

Refresh your memory
First of all take some time to read through your whole work history in your CV. If you keep the main milestones fresh in your mind – particularly your last positions - you will not hesitate when asked about these in the job interview. In addition to this, think about what motivated you to apply for this position and mention this to your interview partner.

Do your research
Take some time do your research about your potential future employer. What are their mission and goals? Who is their CEO? What are their top products? In addition to this, contact people you know and can trust and who are currently working for the company to get some insider information on the work environment. We also recommend that you check the location of the office and find out how to get there because being late for a job interview significantly lowers your chances of getting the job. Make sure you know the name and position of your interview partner and bring along a printout of your CV and the job description.

Ask questions
It is a common misconception that interviews are solely there for the company to find out more about the candidate. It is a great opportunity for you to ask questions about the role, the team and the company in general. Show that you are well-prepared and only ask questions that you didn't find answers to on the company website or in the news.

Top answers
We have put together a list of common job interview questions. Take a look at them and answer them out loud, as if you were in an interview. However, do not learn your answers by heart, as your interview partner will notice if you are reciting phrases. Instead try to let the conversation have a natural flow.

If you are interested in reading more on how to behave in a job interview and what to do after the job interview take a look at our interview preparation kit. Good luck!