Job Interviews

How do I prepare for a job interview?
It is a good idea to practice your interview techniques before you go to an interview. Depending on the job, you might have to prepare some work to bring to the interview, or be ready to demonstrate a skill.
What are job interviewers really asking?
The person who gets the job is often the person who does best at the interview. Give interviewers what they are looking for and it could be you who gets the job!
How do I respond to inappropriate questions in a job interview?
Some questions are illegal for employers to ask in a job interview. If an employer asks you an inappropriate or illegal question, you have to choose how to respond.

What should I know about virtual interviews?
Virtual interviews have become quite common and they are a way for employers to interview candidates using online tools. It is also called a video or digital interview.
What are job scams and how do I avoid them?
The most common type of job scam is when you are charged a fee for a job that may not exist.
What do I do after the interview?
Following-up after your interview is very important. For example, it is a good idea to send a thank-you letter after the interview.

What should I know about phone interviews?
Phone interviews are often used by employers and recruiters use to decide who they want to invite to an interview.
What do Canadian Employers want?
It is sometimes not enough to have hard skills, or technical skills. Canadian employers want to hire people who also have soft skills.
How do I get a criminal record check?
A criminal record check is a search you can request from the police for a listing of any crimes you may have been charged with. Depending on where you live, you can contact your regional or municipal police service to apply to have a records check done.

What are references? Who should I ask to be a reference?
References are people who can talk about your work experience, work habits, character and skills. You should choose your references carefully.
I have a disability. How do I ask for accommodations at work?
You can ask for reasonable accommodations at any point during your employment once you know that you need a change in your job due to your disability.

How do I prepare for a job interview?