An internship can be a variety of

positions, as long as it contributes to

the professional development of

the candidate. In order to do this,

certain considerations should be

taken into account.

WHAT TO DO AT THE INTERVIEW

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Bear the following points in mind:

1. BE PANTUAL!

2. Be prepared

3. Be prepared to cope with stress / tension:

4. Non Verbal communication:

Be punctual !
Dress appropriately for the situation, rather too conservatively than too modern (be careful of perfume, deodorant and after shave).
Enter confidently and smiling
Do not sit down unless invited to.
Posture should be naturally erect, attentive composed, relaxed.
Be friendly and courteous but not subservient
Use pauses to your advantage (not too long)
Facial expression should convey interest, enthusiasm and alertness.
Maintain comfortable eye contact
Use gestures sparingly and controlled; don't fidget
Do NOT smoke (even if invited to) or chew gum.

5. Verbal communication:

Introduce yourself by name and greet interviewer by name (rather use formal address than first name)
Remember his / her name throughout the interview
Be polite
Keep small talk rather formal and brief
Talk spontaneously, BUT stick to the topic and the job
Use pauses (1 - 3 seconds) to think before you answer
Answer clearly, completely, brief, as specifically as you can
Listen carefully
Do not apologize for weak points, rather counter-act with strengths
Be honest
Bring your skills, accomplishments and experience to their attention with modest