Career Paths

Tips for a Great Online Interview

An interview is your chance to connect with a potential employer and show why you’re the perfect fit for the job. When an interview takes place online, it’s important to prepare for the format of the experience. These tips can help you get ready for an online job interview:

1. Try logging on to the online interview platform a day early to ensure everything is working and you’re comfortable with the technology.
2. Make sure your light source is in front of you so your face is properly lit. If the lighting comes from behind you, your face may be obscured by a shadow.
3. Choose a neat, quiet and well-lit place to do your interview. The interviewers will be able to see everything the camera sees, so keep the space clean.
4. Make eye contact with the interviewer, even over video. Use caution if you have notes in front of you, as it may be distracting for interviewers if you keep looking down.
5. Prepare questions to ask at the end of the interview. Always have at least 2-3 questions prepared about the position or culture to show your desire to learn about the role or the company.

Tips from the Talent Team

GERY

• Have a list of questions prepared before your interview
• Research the role you are interviewing for
• Conduct a practice interview with someone
• Send a thank you email after interview
• Drive by your office the day before your first day

TAYLOR

• Make sure your contact information is up to date
• Use a professional email address
• Format your resume in a readable font with your work experience in reverse chronological order
• Save your resume with a title that makes sense and informs the reader before they open the file

ALMA

• Complete your onboarding task as soon as possible to ensure a smooth Onboarding experience
• Don't be afraid to ask questions! Reach out to your onboarding specialist or recruiter
• Get involved with causes that you believe in and share those experiences
• Take advantage of the company's culture. We offer 8 paid hours to go out and volunteer!
• Be your full self at work! We hired you because you have the skills and experience, don't let being a new employee take away from showcasing your skills and personality.

Janely

• Research the company and the role you are applying for. Ask yourself do their values align with yours? Working for a company that brings out the best version of you ensures a more satisfying work-life.
• Do not be afraid to showcase your personality while showcasing your experience/accomplishments! We love to get to know who you are and what you are capable of.
• Be aware of nerves, they come for everyone! However, if you typically experience nerves when speaking, be sure to practice with someone before your interview.
• Asking questions to your recruiter or hiring manager is a great way to get to know a little more about the company and display your interest in the role.

Donte

• If you are applying to a role that you do not have direct work experience, please make sure to list qualifications that make you a great candidate for that role. This can be additional degrees, internships, professional certifications, and an additional relevant work experience section.
• Make sure that your resume includes softs skills with measured deliverables from your previous roles. We love to see influence, flexibility, teamwork, leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• If you do not understand an interview question, never be afraid to ask the interviewer to rephrase the question so that you may present your best answer.
• An interview is a conversation. Make sure that you are also interviewing the company that you will be working with. Do the benefits, PTO, hybrid/remote work models and company values meet your expectations?
• Pictures are not required on your resume. They can be distracting from your skillset and allow employers to judge attributes that are not directly applicable to the role.

Dianne

• Research the company and be prepared to share why it is a good fit for both you and the organization.
• Be on time, that means early.
• Dress for the job you want, not the job you have.
• Be sure your resume is up to date, flows well and the font is readable.
• Be able to share examples of your workplace skills and your qualifications for the job role.

Christin

• Tailor your resume to the desired role by highlighting your key applicable skills.
• Narrow your objective to a few roles. Be cautious over-applying to multiple non-prospective roles.
• Proofread your resume with a friend to check for errors.
• Keep your answers and your resume concise.

Our Hiring Process

Aside from interviews, you will also complete a behavioral assessment and a cognitive test as part of our hiring process. Here is what you need to know before you begin. Behavioral Assessment: The behavioral assessment is a tool that helps us learn about your personality, what motivates you and how you work. After completing the behavioral assessment, you will get the results so you can see what we discovered.

Cognitive Test
The cognitive test helps us discover more about how you learn so we can effectively train you for a role. This is a timed test, so we recommend doing the practice test first so you know what to expect. You can do the practice cognitive test here