1. Interviews Faculty and Staff at KEYS Academy and Options High School
Facilitated by the
Faculty and Staff at KEYS Academy and Options High School
with the
ARISE Foundation

2. Your Presenter… A member of the
faculty and staff at KEYS Academy or Options HS
Internationally Certified in Life Skills through the ARISE Foundation

3. Frame We will learn techniques for successful interviews
EQ: What are some ways to prepare for an interview?
I will discuss preparation for interviews and discuss the Interview Checklist.

4. Rules for Training Participation is crucial No wrong/stupid answers
Respect one another
No talking while others talk,
No rude comments or noises
Wait until you’re called upon

5. Why we’re here… Because we have to be
To learn some skills that will carry over into adulthood
To learn more about ourselves

6. How we’re going to do it…
Discussion
Everyone participates
Some, very little lecture
Activity or activities
Some Conclusions

7. Questions?

8. Ice Breaker What is an ice breaker? Definition of an ice breaker:
An activity used to lighten the mood and or get participants warmed up to the idea of interaction

9. Ice Breaker!!!!

10. Topic of the Day: Interviews
How should you dress for an interview?
How should you greet a person giving an interview?
What should you bring to an interview?

11. Topic of the Day: Interviews
Do you think it is appropriate to ask questions at an interview?
If so, what questions do you think would be appropriate to ask?
What kind of impression will you make at an interview if you have some of your own questions?

12. Common Interview Questions
What should you say if you are asked about your biggest weakness at an interview?
What should you say if you are asked about your greatest strengths?

13. Common Interview Questions
Tell me about yourself.
What interests you about this job?
Why did you leave your last job?
Why would you excel at this job?
What do you know about our company?

14. What Not To Say in an Interview
Don’t talk about conflicts with people from you last job.
Don’t say that you hate your current job.
Don’t say that you don’t have any weaknesses.
“You look great” Don’t say anything that can be misinterpreted.
Don’t say that you don’t have any questions for the person interviewing you.

15. Activities Interview Checklist Strengths and Weaknesses Worksheet
Questions About You Worksheet