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Types of interview

Face to face interview

This is the most common type of interview. This is when there is a one to one meeting involving the candidate and the interviewer.

Telephone interview

A telephone interview is becoming increasingly popular among companies as a method to preliminary screen candidates. It is equally important to make a good impression during a phone interview as it is in a face to face interview.

Group interview

A group interview usually has a presentation about the company followed by a question and answer session. The candidates take turns to answer questions and it is a chance for the company to meet the candidates and to observe their behaviour in a group situation.

Panel interview

A panel interview is made up of two or more interviewers who take turns asking you questions. This measures how you interact with different people, especially your future bosses, work colleagues, or both. Acknowledge the entire panel when answering as this will show confidence and good communication skills.

Sequential interview

This is usually when you meet with several interviewers one after another. When you meet with each individual interviewer they typically will focus on their own area of interest. During sequential interviews it is important to answer each interviewer as thoroughly as the previous one even if they ask very similar questions.