Interview Tips
Dress to impress!
Ladies
Clothes
Clean, conservative and neatly pressed; nothing trendy
Dark, solid colors (black, navy, gray, brown)
- Dress or skirt (knee-length or longer)
- Dress pants
- Suit (preferred)
Light or dark solid-colored blouse/top, no bright colors
Sheer hosiery
Polished dress shoes (closed-toe and heel in black, brown, tan)
Hair
Conservatively-styled
Jewelry
Minimal is preferred; maximum is listed
Necklace: One simple-style, classy chain
Rings: One per hand
Watch/Bracelets: One per wrist
Earrings: Only one pair of small studs or hoops; no dangling earrings
Miscellaneous
Keep make-up light and simple to look natural
No perfume
Cover body piercings and tattoos
Gentlemen
Clothes
Clean, conservative and neatly pressed; nothing trendy
Dark, solid colors (black, navy, gray, brown)
- Dress pants
- Sport jacket
- Suit (preferred)
White or light solid-colored dress shirt, no bright colors
Conservatively-styled dress tie
Dress socks that match pants
Polished dress shoes (black or brown)
Hair
Conservatively-styled; no headwear
Well trimmed and neatly groomed facial hair
Jewelry
Minimal is preferred; maximum is listed
Only one ring and one watch
No bracelets, necklaces, chains or earrings
Miscellaneous
Neat facial grooming
No cologne
Cover body piercings and tattoos
More tips:
Plan ahead. Find out as much as you can about the company. Have your facts ready!
Be on time! If you can’t be punctual for the interview, the employer won’t expect you to be on time for work.
Maintain eye contact with your interviewer. Acting interested will show that you want the job.
Be positive. Especially avoid negative comments about past employers.
Make your responses relevant. Relate your answers to the company and the specific job.
Ask questions. Show an interest in the company and ask the interviewer to tell you about it.