AFTER THE INTERVIEW
(Career Service and CWE Handout)

As soon as the interview is over, take the time to evaluate each step in the interview process and keep accurate records of the situation.

 Did I present the impression I wanted? 
 Did I give concise and clear answers to the questions? 
 Were there any questions that stumped me? 
 Did I have appropriate questions? 
 Did I present my qualifications and how they relate to the position? 
 Did I appear too tense? Relaxed? 
 Did I talk too much? Too little? 

Immediately record any information you need to remember after the interview, such as the interviewer's name, title, secretary's name, follow-up date and time, etc.

A follow-up letter should be written to the interviewer expressing your appreciation, summarizing your qualifications, and expressing your interest in the position. 

Finally, in your mind, if you "blew it", don't dwell on it. If you see a way to make up for the situation them do so, if not, then consider it a lesson learned and move on. The "right" job is
out there for you and be persistent in pursuing it.

CAREER SERVICES & COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE
SCC 972/881-5781, G103; PRC 972/377-1781, F109; CPC 972/548-6747, A108

 
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Last revised by Deborah Anglin, May 2005