General Article 10 best job interview tips

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When you think of job interviews, you might be conjuring up thoughts of a particularly painful episode of The Apprentice. But, they really aren’t all that bad (we promise).

Remember that your interviewers are hoping to find their ideal candidate, so they want you to do well – it makes zero sense for them to try to trip you up. A little bit of plan and prep is all you need to walk into your interview brimming with confidence, and the rest will fall into place.

Although your CV is crucial in building a picture of you and your experience, an interview is your chance to really sell yourself and wow your potential future employer. Read on for some top tips for interviews for students to help you secure that dream job.

How to succeed in a job interview

Follow these tips on what to do before, during and after job interviews to really impress employers:

1. Research the role, company and industry

Turning up for an interview without being armed with interesting things to say about the company...

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