I was not truthful about my past drug use in a job interview. Now I have a job offer and need to get a secret security clearance. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 30, 2009 - 23 answers

I have some interviews coming up. Anybody with a statistics-related profession.... please help me out with answering technical questions in my job interviews! (A bit on the long side...) [more inside]
posted by veol on Nov 12, 2009 - 4 answers

I'd like some advice on giving an academic job talk. [more inside]
posted by jonesor on Sep 4, 2009 - 11 answers

Should I explain why I (a 22-year-old female) am bald at an upcoming job interview? [more inside]
posted by gursky on Jul 16, 2009 - 29 answers

Interview etiquette: do I call to follow-up on scheduling an appointment for an interview? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 16, 2009 - 5 answers

Is it alright to ask for a phone interview instead of face to face because of the large distance between where I live and a possible job? [more inside]
posted by Jason Land on May 23, 2009 - 16 answers

So I recently managed to score a job interview and offer with a company that offers very nice benefits and pay better than I've seen before. The problem is this: I realized yesterday or so that my resume stated that I graduated with honors when in fact I did not. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 16, 2009 - 23 answers

What tie should I pair with this shirt? [more inside]
posted by martens on Apr 30, 2009 - 25 answers

Help me cram for a sports proficiency test! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 10, 2009 - 5 answers

Post Interview Note dilemma: Second interview, two people interviewed me, but I only got the first name of one of them. What's next? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 14, 2009 - 7 answers

I have been called back for a third interview for a job I really want. Seven people have already interviewed me. What on earth could be left to ask? [more inside]
posted by corey flood on Nov 3, 2008 - 13 answers

What to expect at an interview for an academic teaching post? [more inside]
posted by Mutant on Sep 4, 2008 - 9 answers

My first job interview is coming up and I'm wondering which is the lesser of two evils to disclose. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 15, 2008 - 34 answers

Help my friend not be misperceived so that she can get a job! My friend is super smart, very industrious, a wonderful team member but... makes faces and has a certain demeanor that makes people think that she has, as one person put it, "an attitude problem." This label is TOTALLY NOT deserved, but I do understand why people might get this impression. What can she do to ensure that she comes off as more "likable" in a job interview? [more inside]
posted by lalalana on Apr 4, 2008 - 14 answers

Attention Librarians (preferably of the public variety): PLEASE help me not blow my best shot at my first full-time Adult Services gig! Long explanation inside, sorry... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 4, 2008 - 5 answers

I’ve been at my current job – as a temp – for over a year. I want and need a more permanent job, but I’m concerned that my temp status might look bad to prospective employers. [more inside]
posted by Metroid Baby on Jan 23, 2008 - 20 answers

How long does it take to become good at conducting job interviews (as an interviewer)? [more inside]
posted by crazycanuck on Nov 30, 2007 - 8 answers

I've been asked to do a short job interview with some candidates for an intranet content manager position. I've never been on that side of the interview table before and need some help coming up with good questions to ask. [more inside]
posted by hootch on Nov 7, 2007 - 7 answers

Tomorrow, I'm meeting with an editor at the local newspaper to get some information on what they look for in employees. I was hoping the web's finest Hive Mind would have some thoughts on how to squeeze the maximum benefit out of tomorrow's encounter. [more inside]
posted by EatTheWeak on Sep 12, 2007 - 14 answers

How should I dress when interviewing for a job as a veterinary technician? [more inside]
posted by needs more cowbell on Jul 30, 2007 - 19 answers

My wife is dusting off her resume and getting ready to stop by a few local businesses. But there's one job interview question she's not sure how to handle: "Why are you looking to leave your current job?" [more inside]
posted by azpenguin on Jul 27, 2007 - 16 answers

How do I defend my mild depression against a HR Director? [more inside]
posted by electriccynic on Jul 16, 2007 - 14 answers

I have just finished my PhD (Biochemistry) and will shortly be having a job interview for my first postdoctoral position. What can I expect in the interview? Any advice? [more inside]
posted by TheOtherGuy on Jun 24, 2007 - 6 answers

I was offered a job that starts next week. I have an interview tomorrow for a job I'd rather have. How should I approach this during the interview? [more inside]
posted by apple scruff on Jun 6, 2007 - 10 answers

I need two writing samples for a job interview today but I only have one. [more inside]
posted by juliplease on Apr 11, 2007 - 9 answers

(Job interview filter) A friend of mine has been shortlisted for a job interview for a major european consulting company. There are 5 candidates in total and in the beginning they will participate in a group interview. The first part of it requires each candidate to introduce themselves - the time limit for this introduction is 5 min, they will have a laptop, a paper chart and a projector at their disposal. Any ideas for a creative introduction? Anyone ever participated or evaluated something like this? Should my friend stick to discussing only his professinal life or can he throw in some of the private e.g. where he grew up, what his hobbies are, etc. Any ideas and tips will be appreciated.
posted by barrakuda on Mar 18, 2007 - 3 answers

My very first post-college job has little resemblance to the one for which I interviewed. In a couple of weeks, my trial period is up. I do not intend to take the option for employment. How do I spin this in future interviews? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 28, 2007 - 27 answers

I have a job interview tomorrow. The position is a supervisor in a public service government job. I know that they will ask me about my experience hiring new employees, of which I have none. Does anyone have any advice on how I can convince them that I am capable of hiring people although I have never actually done it? What would be a smart thing to say if the topic should come up?
posted by foxinthesnow on Dec 3, 2006 - 4 answers

I recently had a terrific first interview for a position at a very nice four-star hotel. I'm scheduled for a follow-up phone interview in a few days during which I will be asked a few "general business questions about my background". What sort of questions should I expect? [more inside]
posted by LeeJay on Nov 18, 2006 - 10 answers

Can anyone recommend someone in Toronto who can help with resume/cover letter stuff? I don't mean formatting and such... [more inside]
posted by dobbs on Nov 13, 2006 - 5 answers

I have a job interview next week. I haven't worn makeup in 3+ years. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 2, 2006 - 39 answers

Dealing with odd job interview questions (What kind of a fruit am I?) [more inside]
posted by Pontius Pilate on Oct 11, 2006 - 27 answers

I just had a great job interview, and I should be a lock for this job. But I'm worried they might not hire me because I have a baby. Is this sex discrimination? [more inside]
posted by libraryhead on Sep 21, 2006 - 26 answers

Can you help me with a primer on SQL? [more inside]
posted by horseblind on Aug 18, 2006 - 25 answers

I have a job interview where I will be given a business case and expected to discuss how I would go about resolving the issue. Any out-of-the-ordinary things I could read up on? [more inside]
posted by notcostello on Jun 28, 2006 - 9 answers

Should a job interview faux pas be addressed in a thank you email? [more inside]
posted by Skwirl on Jun 19, 2006 - 18 answers

InterviewFilter: Help me ace an interview with a hiring committee -- of my current and former professors! [more inside]
posted by Alterscape on May 13, 2006 - 8 answers

I interviewed for a position in a local library branch a few weeks ago. She said she would be in touch early this week and that they had several other canidates to interview.... [more inside]
posted by TheLibrarian on May 6, 2006 - 19 answers

Should I pay to fly across the country for a job interview? [more inside]
posted by Jeanne on Mar 8, 2006 - 32 answers

Is it standard practice for an employer to interview a current employee (who works face to face with them every day) over a webcam? [more inside]
posted by Joey Michaels on Mar 8, 2006 - 15 answers

Case Interview Tips. I'm applying to several business analyst/consulting jobs that require a case interview as part of the screening process. I've never done one of these and I'd like to hear your experiences with them. [more inside]
posted by sciurus on Feb 14, 2006 - 7 answers

I’m applying for a position at a community college that requires a teaching demonstration. I’ve held teaching positions before at the secondary level and never had to do any demonstrations and I'm feeling a bit nervous. Does anyone have advice on how to prepare, what I should expect, and how to get over feeling somewhat silly pretending to teach in front of a large group of people?
posted by a22lamia on Jan 17, 2006 - 11 answers

I've got a marathon job interview coming up, and I'm looking for advice on: a professional purse or briefcase I can use; how to stay energized, alert and upbeat for two consecutive days; cultural things I should be aware of in northeast Florida. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 20, 2005 - 15 answers

I'm planning a move in late November, from Boston to San Francisco. At the moment, it's looking like I'm going to arrive there and THEN begin my job search. 1. Am I completely nuts? 2. What can I do to help my odds of landing a job quickly? [more inside]
posted by autojack on Jul 12, 2005 - 10 answers

So I'm going to be interviewing with a major Internet company in California sometime within the next few weeks, and I'm excited, but also scared to death. I've heard that several of the "big name" companies have very rigorous interviewing processes, and I've done a ton of Googling on the subject, but only seem to find information relevant to interviewing at Microsoft (which I'm not). Certainly some of you have who read MeFi have been through this a few times. What should I expect? How can I best prepare? HELP! [more inside]
posted by superboy422 on Jun 5, 2005 - 5 answers

Is it a good idea to follow up on an interview to see if or when you'll be hired? If so, how soon after the interview? [more inside]
posted by drezdn on May 14, 2005 - 9 answers

Ridiculous Job-Interview Filter: We have a new person coming on my team at work. He's actually been filling in for someone (as a project manager) for a couple months and doing a great job. Due to HR formalities, we had to post the formal job opening for a week. No other people submitted for the job, and he doesn't have to interview to get hired, but he doesn't know that. We've decided to 'initiate' him with a stressful interview... (more inside) [more inside]
posted by skechada on Feb 9, 2005 - 62 answers