The job interview is usually a two ways discussion
between you and a prospective employer. The interviewer is attempting
to determine whether you have what the company needs, and you
are attempting to determine if you would accept the job if offered.
Both of you will be trying to get as much information as possible
in order to make those decisions. The interview that you are
most likely to face is a structured interview with a traditional
format. It usually consists of three phases. The introductory
phase covers the greeting, small talk, and an overview of which
areas will be discussed during the interview. The middle
phase is a question and answer period. The interviewer asks most
of the questions, but you are given an opportunity to ask questions
as well. The closing phase gives you an opportunity to ask any final
questions you might have, cover any important points that haven't
been discussed, and get information about the next step in the process.
