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Practicing for Your Interview

 

Interviewing, like any skill, is something you can improve on with practice. The Career Center offers a variety of resources to help you practice and prepare for your next interview.

Optimal Interview*
Practice and perfect your interviewing technique! Answer tough questions on camera from the comfort and convenience of your own home.

To get started, click on Optimal Interview (above).  Ths brings you to the Optimal Resume/Optimal Interview main page.  If you already have an account, log in.  If not, select "get started".  Once logged in, go to the Skills Center and then New Interview.  Name your new interview and then follow the directions on the screen to begin your videotaped practice interview.

Note: there is a tutorial in the help box on the right hand side of the skill center screen.

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Videotaped Mock Interviews
Use our mock interviews as a final dress rehearsal. Watch yourself on video and receive feedback during a half-hour session. Available to all students seeking a job, internship or applying to medical school. Please call 734-764-7460 or stop by the Information Desk to schedule an appointment.

Career Counseling and Advising
Connect with our staff for drop-in advising or a scheduled appointment to get help preparing for your interview.

Career Center Library
Our library, available during our regular office hours, contains a number of resources to help you prepare for your interview. Come in and browse the collection, or ask for help in finding specific resources.

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