How can I prepare for an interview?

A job interview is your opportunity to convince an employer that you are capable of doing the job and that you want. Read our comprehensive guidance on preparing for interviews and get tips to help you understand the interview selection process.

This guidance includes tips about:

• Using the STAR method to evidence your skills

• Techniques for handling nerves during the recruitment process

Get virtual interview top tips and practise real interview questions in a stress-free environment using the AI Interview Simulator with Shortlist.Me. Whether you’re preparing for a placement, part-time job, or graduate role, Shortlist.Me is a great way to build your confidence and get comfortable talking about your skills before the real thing. You can record your answers, review your performance, and get instant feedback on things like your tone, pace, and structure.

For further online interview tips, explore the Student Employability LinkedIn Learning Starter Pack, which has videos recommended by our Career Development Advisers to get you prepared for job applications and interviews. Find out more about LinkedIn Learning on our help pages.

You can also book a 30 to 45 minute careers appointment (for guidance or a mock interview) with one of the University’s Career Development Advisers to help you prepare for your interview. Book your careers appointment through the Surrey Employability Hub (formerly called Surrey Pathfinder) and use your student email and password to log in.