Introduction

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You've landed an interview. Congratulations! What are your next steps? This module will help you understand the interview process and how your performance can affect the outcome.

This quick video is a good place to start:

You're likely to go through multiple interviews with an organization. There are different types of interviews, with different expectations.

Scenario: Interview for an intern position in tech

As an aspiring software developer, you'll encounter interviews that test not only your technical skills but also your ability to communicate in a professional way. Interviewers will also appraise your interpersonal skills.

Remember, the interview process goes both ways. While the company is assessing you through the interview process, you should also use that time to evaluate whether the company or team is the right place for you and your career goals.

What will you learn?

By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

  • Describe what types of interviews exist.
  • Develop a plan to practice for interviews.
  • Compose a follow-up email.

What is the main goal?

This module gives you strategies to prepare for and carry out technical and non-technical interviews to increase your chances of landing an intern position at a tech company.