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 Introduction
-The employer may spend some time in small talk to
help you relax (i.e. weather, recent events, etc.)
Interviewer Asks You Questions
- This will be the heart of the interview. It will be
during this time that you will be glad that you spent
the time getting to know the organization and how your
skills and experiences will apply to the position for
which you are applying.
The
interviewer will probably ask questions related to
your goals, jobs, what motivates you, qualities you
possess, activities you have done to show initiative
and why you would be a strong candidate for this
position
You Ask the Interviewer
Questions - Interviewers often view this
part of the process as a measure of your interest and
your ability to think on your feet. Most applicants go
into an interview with three or four questions and
find that during the course of the interview they are
answered. If your prepared questions were answered
during the interview then move on to more in-depth
questions. Ask the interviewer about their experiences
with the organization, make sure you know enough about
what your specific responsibilities will be or ask
what past interns are doing. Remember that this is
your future and your time you are talking about. Be
prepared to ask questions similar to these. Remember a
lack of questions may be mistaken as a lack of
interest. Ask questions that will help you determine
if you are a good match for the position and
organization.
Closing -
Somewhere during this time the interviewer will ask if
you have any more questions. If you feel that there
are still some things they need to know about you,
utilize this time to summarize those assets. Use this
time to find out what the next steps are and when you
should be hearing from them. Thank them for the
interview and restate your strong interest in the
position. End the interview the same way you began it,
with a firm handshake and an enthusiastic smile.
 
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