Interview

Whether you’ve never had an interview before or you’ve been through the process 100 times, preparation and knowing what to expect can help to increase your confidence and improve the chances of having a successful interview!

How to Prepare:

  • Research the company
  • Develop questions to ask at the end of the interview
  • Resume and references
  • PRACTICE – Mock Interview
  • Plan the appropriate outfit – Dress 1 level up
  • Career Closet (free professional clothing)

How to Access Services

Drop-in Model: Stop by Ceres Hall 306 Monday through Friday anytime between 9:00 am – 4:00 pm for assistance.

Schedule a Mock Interview: Schedule an appointment using the Mock Interview Request Form or here.

Email: All services are offered via email. So if students are away from campus, taking classes online, or commuting to NDSU, they may find email interactions to be more useful. Reach out via email at ndsu.cac@ndsu.edu.

Phone:  Calls can be made to the Career and Advising Center main line at 701-231-7111.

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