In today’s job search environment, it is likely that you will be asked to conduct an interview from a distance. These interviews will likely take the form of either a traditional phone interview or a more modern web-based interview using a platform such as Zoom. Phone and Zoom interviews have increased in popularity for a number of reasons:
- They save both the candidate and employer a lot of time and money.
- They allow employers to consider candidates from a wider geographic region.
- They allow employers to better screen potential applicants.
It is extremely important to prepare for distance interviews the same way you would prepare for an in-person interview. You will need to research the organization, have answers prepared for the common questions, and have questions that you hope to ask them. For more information about preparation, please see the Interviewing Handout.