To enhance your success, here is practical advice on how to deal with various aspects of the interview process at Macro, from preparation through follow-up.
Before the Interview
- Confirm directions to the interview site ahead of time
- Arrive early – but not too early – for the interview; no more than 15 minutes
- Don’t be embarrassed about nervousness. In fact, nervousness shows that you are taking the interview seriously
- Know the company, and understand the position for which you are interviewing
- Be prepared to answer the most commonly asked interview questions (about your strengths/weaknesses, what makes you the ideal candidate, etc.)
- Have questions prepared to ask about the company and the position
- Know your resume, and be prepared to elaborate on the details
- Know your goals – both short-term and long-term – and how you expect to achieve them
During the Interview
- Be yourself; it’s you that you’re promoting; it’s you that we’ll hire
- Be confident and self-assured, and let it show in your handshake
- Smile!
- Listen carefully. If a question is not clear, ask for clarification
- Use specific examples when appropriate to illustrate your points
- If you don’t know the answer to a question, say so
- Close on a positive note, and be sure to thank the interviewer for his/her time
After the Interview
- Send a thank-you note or email to the person(s) who interviewed you
- Make sure you spell names and addresses correctly
- Restate your interest in the position and desire to work for Macro
ICF Macro believes that all persons are entitled to equal opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment. ICF Macro is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a culturally diverse workplace (EOE/M/F/V/D).
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ICF Macro has been recognized as a top place to work.
In 1996, ICF Macro conducted a reader poll for the TV Guide to determine which “Friends” TV show character was America’s favorite. That character turned out to be Chandler.
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