Preparation is essential if you want to do well. Have a look at the checklist: Stage 1 - Preparation Re-read your resume. Prepare questions to ask and to be asked Work out clothes to wear Rehearse interview Anticipate the obvious questions during the interview Work out a strategy for dealing with stress Read vacancy details, employer's literature - what they are and what they want Know where the interview will take placeStage 2 - First Impressions Count Arrive in good time Make a good entrance Body language - handshake, posture, eye contact SmileStage 3 - The Interview Be yourself Be honest Be prepared to talk - but not too much Don't be afraid to ask for clarification Illustrate your answers with examples Be ready to sell yourself Be interestingStage 4 - The Final Stage Know when the interview is over - read employer's body language Thank him/her for his/her time Learn from the experience - ask for feedback if necessaryQuestions You May Wish To Ask The Organisation Major current projects Future developmentsWork What you would be doing How long for Typical projects/timescales Variety of workTraining Training offered/possible Help with professional qualificationsColleagues Who would you work with?Location Where would you be based? How much travel/mobilityProspects/Salary Likely progression Where are previous graduatesGeneral Way of Life Accommodation, amenities, limits on free time etcQuestions You Can Prepare For Tell us about yourself Why did you choose your degree and what have you gained from it? What has been your most important achievement in life so far? Why? What are your strengths and weaknesses? Why have you applied for this job? What do you have to offer us? What are the current issues in this sector of work? What experience do you have of working in a team and what role did you play in that team? Describe a project you have successfully completed. How would your friends describe you? Describe a situation you have found difficult. How did you overcome it? What questions would you like to ask us? If you would like help with interviews come to the Careers Service to talk to an adviser. We have a video available called, "Why Ask Me That?" which shows you how to do well at interviews. We also have a range of books on interview techniques for you to look at.