Prepare for an Interview

Here you’ll find guidelines for interview preparation. For industry-specific advice, be sure to check out the Career Communities.

How to Answer: ‘Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?’

As you prepare for your interview, you know you’ll probably be asked about your strengths and weaknesses and to tell the interviewer about yourself. But did you know that another common interview question you may encounter is, “Where do you …

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Interviewing for a Remote Job? Here’s What You Need to Know

Telecommuting, remote jobs, work-from-home positions … whatever you call them, you may have applied for an offsite position at some point during your job search. While the perks of a remote job may be obvious—no commute, flexible schedule, fewer co-worker …

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Common Job Interview Questions and Answers (Sample PDF)

Congrats! The hiring manager was impressed with your application and wants to schedule a job interview with you. Taking a look at these common job interview questions and answers can help you prepare.

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Reserve an Interview Room

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Firsthand Vault Guides

The Vault Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills, Third Edition

A proper résumé and effective job-hunting skills can go a long way in getting a foot in the door. An …

Vault Guide to Summer Associate Interviewing & Top-Ranked Programs, 2021 Edition

The Vault Guide to Summer Associate Interviewing & Top-Ranked Programs provides expert advice on law firm interviewing and succeeding as …

Vault Guide to Case Interviews, Ninth Edition

Case interviews are a crucial part of the hiring process in the consulting industry. Designed to test an applicant’s knowledge …

Vault Guide to Behavioral Interviews

The Vault Guide to Behavioral Interviews contains essential tips for preparing for and acing behavioral interview questions. These questions (which …

Vault Guide to Finance Interviews, 9th Edition

The Vault Guide to Finance Interviews, Ninth Edition is a must-have resource for anyone seeking a job with an investment …

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