Interview Prep Guide

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PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AND GENERAL COMPETENCIES

Identify experiences you have had that demonstrate each of these competencies and be able to share those
stories using the STAR framework. Then fill in the blank next to the competencies with a key word or phrase
that reminds you of that story.
Communicating Effectively
Managing Conflict
Juggling Multiple Priorities
Demonstrating Self-Awareness
Ensuring Accountability
Problem Solving
Building Relationships
SELF-DEVELOPMENT
Be able to discuss the following topics and what you’ve learned from your experience in each area.
Leadership Roles
Volunteer Experience
Professional development (books, podcasts, etc.)
Campus/Community Involvement
Person you admire and why
STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES
When sharing your strengths, we recommend providing 3 strengths and explaining how each of them have helped
you be successful.For weaknesses, come up with 2 that you are able to discuss, but only share 1 unless asked
specifically for more. Remember that the goal of discussing a weakness is not to describe it in depth, but to name it
and then share what you have done to overcome it.
Strength Specific example of how you’ve used it
Strength Specific example of how you’ve used it
Strength Specific example of how you’ve used it
Weakness Specific actions you’ve taken to overcome this weakness
Weakness Specific actions you’ve taken to overcome this weakness