A job interview is a formal meeting with an employer to determine if you are a good fit for a position or opportunity. An interview is usually structured as:
Introductions → Opening questions → Specific questions → Candidate’s questions → Closing/next steps

WAIT – Don’t Answer That! Illegal Interview Questions and How to Respond

Have you ever had to answer an interview question that was oddly personal or invasive, even for an ice breaker? Then there’s a high chance of that question being illegal.

Illegal interview questions are questions about you as a person, …

By Audrey Lo
Audrey Lo
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Questions You Can Bring to an Interview

In an interview, it’s easy to only worry about impressing the employer, but you also need to discover more about the company to see if it would be a good fit. Asking questions during an interview shows that you care and gives you a better insight into the company.

By Emma Almquist
Emma Almquist Career Assistant
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Job Search Q&A with St. Kate’s Seniors

Melody Kosbab (Public Policy & Political Science Major) and Emma Seehafer (History & English) are St. Catherine University Students who have worked as Career Assistants in the Career Development Center since their freshman year. They are both graduating in Fall …

By Emma Seehafer
Emma Seehafer Career Assistant
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Career Resources

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Interview Skills

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Address

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2004 Randolph Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105

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Wednesday 8:00am - 4:30 pm
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Appointments may be available from 4:00-6:00 based on staffing capacity.