WAWANCARA BEASISWA LUAR NEGERI (SCHOLARSHIP INTERVIEW)

SCHOLARSHIP INTERVIEW

PURPOSES

The interview has three purposes, in the following order of importance:

•         to sell yourself, 

•         to evaluate the position, and,

•         get their commitment for (or at least establish their desire for) the next step in the process (whatever it is)

BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

•         Learn all you can about the organization or institution that offer the Scholarship

•         Be prepared to answer and ask questions

•         Prepare your clothes for your interview

•         Prepare papers for your interview

DRESS TO IMPRESS

•         “You have only one chance to make a good first impression."

•         Your goal should be to show that you respect the interviewer's values, tastes, and expectations relative to dress and personal manner.

•         Although professional dress and appropriate style may vary slightly depending on job type, work environment and geographical region, there are several key points to keep in mind

DRESS  FOR WOMEN

•         Suit (navy, black or dark grey)

•         The suit skirt should be long enough so you can sit down comfortably

•         Coordinated blouse

•         Conservative shoes

•         Limited jewelry (no dangling earrings or arms full of bracelets)

•         No jewelry is better than cheap jewelry

•         Professional hairstyle

•         Neutral pantyhose

•         Light make-up and perfume

•         Neatly manicured clean nails

•         Portfolio or briefcase

DRESS FOR MEN

•         Suit (solid color - navy or dark grey)

•         Long sleeve shirt (white or coordinated with the suit)

•         Belt

•         Tie

•         Dark socks, conservative leather shoes

•         Little or no jewelry

•         Neat, professional hairstyle

•         Limit the aftershave

•         Neatly trimmed nails

•         Portfolio or briefcase

DURING THE INTERVIEW

•         Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early

•         Treat all people you encounter with professionalism and kindness

•         You should maintain a academic image

•         Don't chew gum or smell like smoke. Don't take cell phone calls during an interview.

•         Don't ever interrupt the interviewer

•         Be aware of your non-verbal behaviors

•         Don't be shy. Be enthusiastic, confident and energetic, but not aggressive, pushy or narcissistic.

•         Don't make negative comments about previous employers or professors (or others).

•         Listen very carefully to each question and give thoughtful, to-the-point and honest answers.

•         Make sure you understand the institution next step in the recruitment process; know when and from whom you should expect to hear next.

•         When the interviewer concludes the interview, offer a firm handshake and make eye contact. Depart gracefully.

AFTER THE INTERVIEW

•         Make notes right away so you don't forget critical details

•         Always send a thank you letter to the interviewer immediately. If there were several people that interviewed you, send them each a thank you note.

•         Don't call the interviewer back immediately. If the interviewer said they would have a decision in a week, it is OK to call them in a week, again to thank them for the interview and reiterate your interest.

•         Send a follow-up letter to that interviewer , again thanking him or her for the opportunity to interview for the position. Let them know that should another or similar scholarship open in the future, you would love to have the opportunity to interview again.

Frequently Asked Questions

u Tell me about yourselves?

u Why do you want to apply for this scholarship?

u What kind of major are you looking for?

u What do you consider are your strengths and weaknesses?

u What do you know about our organization?

u Where do you see yourself five years from now?

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