Interviews

A resume may get you an interview, but a strong interview can get you a job. Use the resources on this page to learn about interview etiquette and how to present yourself as a strong candidate. Make an appointment to do a mock interview with Career Services staff to gain feedback on your interviewing skills.

• Big Interview – Complete interviewing tutorials and practice your interviewing skills. All LAS students are able to use this service for free!
• Interview Do’s and Don’t
• Interview Questions with Answer Suggestions
• Behavioral Interview Questions
• Interview Questions for Employers
• Conducting the Successful Phone Interview
• Tips for Preparing for Video Interviews

Padfolio Check Out 

Padfolios can be checked out to LAS students for 3 business days. Please stop in to 131 Carver or email lascs@iastate.edu to make arrangements to check out a padfolio for your next interview!

Saying “Thank You” and Following Up

Be sure to always send a “Thank You” email within 24 hours of your interview to each person you interviewed with.  Show appreciation, reiterate your interest, personalize the note by writing about one or two things you learned, and remind them of your qualifications.  Remember to proofread!  

Sample Thank You Letter/Email