How to Succeed in an Internal Job Interview

How to Succeed in an Internal Job Interview

24mIntermediate2020-02-11

Authors

Jena Viviano

Jena Viviano

Career Coach, Entrepreneur

Course details

Many candidates and even hiring managers consider internal interviews a formality, but taking the process seriously and preparing appropriately can help you avoid common mistakes. Instructor Jena Viviano shares the right way to approach an interview at your current company, including research to do in advance and questions to expect during the interview. Jena also covers how to answer questions about your current position, how to follow up after the interview, and how to behave if you aren't selected for the position.

Topics include:
- Preparing for an internal interview
- Types of internal interviews
- Consulting your manager before you apply
- Researching the internal role
- Common internal interview questions
- Questions about your current job
- Communicating why you are the best fit
- Following up after an internal interview

Skills covered

Hiring and InterviewingJob SearchingCareer DevelopmentHuman ResourcesOne-Off

Concepts

Introduction

  • How to interview for an internal role

How to Prepare for Your Internal Interview

  • Types of internal interviews
  • Consult your manager before you apply
  • Research the internal role

Types of Questions to Expect During Your Internal Interview

  • Common internal interview questions
  • Questions about your current job
  • Communicating why you are the best fit

How to Follow Up after Your Internal Interview

  • Following up after an internal interview
  • What to do if you don't get the job

Conclusion

  • Prepare for your next internal interview