Preparing for an interview is one of the most important stages in the job search process. The interview can be considered as a kind of "consent of the parties" between you as a candidate and us as a potential employer. This is how we understand that the conditions of the vacancy, its requirements and specifics are suitable for the applicant. And for our part, we demonstrate interest in the personal and professional skills of a potential candidate. So, how to successfully complete an interview at the Scientific Alliance to get a dream job?
Get acquainted with the information about the company and the job vacancy
Agree, to go for an interview in a company about which you know nothing at all is not very nice. Therefore, we recommend looking at:
- The company's website, its values, services, products. You should understand whether this place of work is right for you. Moreover, such a research will help form a question for the employer.
- Social networks. So you can understand how the company communicates with customers, what interesting and important things have happened lately.
- Review the job description, main responsibilities, and requirements again. Maybe after that you'll change your mind about coming? Of course we are joking. Reviewing the vacancy will help determine which examples will best illustrate the relevant experience and, in general, will allow you to feel more confident in the upcoming interview.
Think about self-presentation
Inviting a candidate for an interview, it is interesting for us to get to know you, to learn as much as possible about you, your experience, skills, and abilities. It is not necessary to tell your biography from the moment of birth. Focus on illustrative situations that demonstrate you as a professional, as well as on the target experience. Therefore:
- Be ready to answer clarifying questions about the points of your CV and motivation letter.
- Remember a few cases that show your professionalism. Describe the situations, tasks, your actions and results. And also focus on career achievements.
- Think not only about the strengths, but also about the weaknesses. Each of us, as a person and a specialist, has things that do not work out in the best way (or do not work out at all). Feel free to talk about them. On the contrary, use your own weaknesses as priority areas of growth.
- Determine why you are interested in the job and the company. We will also be glad to hear ideas and suggestions.
Prepare your questions
When planning an interview, we are focused on dialogue. It is important for us that you do not feel like you are being interrogated, but have the opportunity to ask questions and coordinate all the important points. Therefore, don't be shy! After all, your questions are an indicator of interest in the position.
Anna Lashуna, HR manager of Scientific Alliance
«At a personal meeting with a candidate, I pay attention to their motivation and understanding of the field of work. This helps determine whether the applicant has visited our website, whether they have carefully read the vacancy announcement, and whether they are interested in development. It is important to ask reasonable questions, for example, "what will be included in my functional responsibilities?" or "does the company have an implemented motivation system?". This is much more appropriate than questions like "do you have comfortable chairs?" or "do you have black tea?". But, of course, we will respond if this information is really important to you».
Leave the anxiety out of the office
An interview is a conversation between two people and a way to show their communication skills. We urge you not to be afraid of this stage. Be confident in yourself and your abilities, because your CV has already sparked our interest. A personal dialogue will only make it clear whether we are suitable for each other.
Of course, least not forget about manners. We will be pleased to communicate with a polite, punctual, and friendly candidate.
Stay in touch with us
We always try to provide feedback promptly and be honest with our applicants. It is important that you stay in touch with the HR manager after the interview. Therefore, after receiving the answer, announce your decision to us in the near future. Maybe this is the message that separates you from your dream job!
