Excerpted from the Canada Career Guide
Job interviewing in Canada has very
few guidelines, although applicants should expect to go through at
least two interviews before being offered a job. Interviews can be
conducted in person, over the phone or through video conferencing.
It is also common for employers to conduct a panel interview in
which a representative from HR, the manager and a co-worker are
present. An interview will typically be an hour long and will focus
on learning more about the applicant’s past experiences and work
habits."Behavioral"
questions are common in an interview. The interviewer is looking for
specific examples of past experiences that will demonstrate an
applicant’s ability to perform in the future. For example, the
interviewer may ask an applicant to "describe a time when you had to
manage multiple projects and deadlines." The interviewer is looking
for specific facts (dates and timelines), actions and results to get
a better sense of whether the applicant can handle the
responsibilities of the available position. It is also common for
applicants to be asked to highlight their strengths/weaknesses and
to discuss major accomplishments during an interview. Applicants
should be prepared to ask questions about the company or the
position as well. In general, it is recommended to prepare three to
five well-thought-out questions for the employer prior to the
interview.
This is just a sample of what you'll find in the complete guide.
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