After watching a short introductory video, high school seniors prepare for the interview process by first examining commonly used questions and effective responses. Class members then engage in a series of Speed Interviews to gain experience conducting and responding to interviews.

Concepts

career goals, career planning, career readiness, career skills, college preparation, interviewing

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Instructional Ideas

• Invite a local HR professional to speak with the class about what they look for in an interview

Classroom Considerations

• Part of the Career & College Readiness series designed for high school seniors
• Presumes class members have created an account
• Requires computers with internet access
• Copies of the Speed Interview Question cards are also required

Pros

• The richly detailed, step-by-step plan includes examples of both legal and illegal interview questions

Cons

• None

Common Core

CCRA.SL.1 CCRA.SL.6 RI.3.1