Prepare for an Interview

Good preparation is key to an effective interview. Just as you would practice for a big tennis match or an opening night theater performance, you will want to prepare. From planning what you will wear, to preparing responses to questions you will be asked—how you present yourself is within your control. Don’t try to wing it!

Big Interview

Middlebury uses Big Interview: Your practice partner for job, internship, and grad school interviews.  

Interviews can feel intimidating, but preparation makes all the difference. That’s why the career center brought you Big Interview, a powerful online platform where you can:  

  • Learn from watching expert videos that break down every step of the interview process.
  • Practice with mock interviews for many industries and roles.
  • Get AI-powered feedback to sharpen your answers and boost your confidence.
  • Access specialized “playbooks” for internship and job seekers.

Big Interview is here to help you learn, practice, and succeed, all on your own time, at your own pace.  


Thank You Notes

It’s important to acknowledge people’s time and effort, and sending a thank you note is also a way to keep your name top-of-mind with your interviewer.

Tesla x Interstride Resume Workshop- Tuesday, 10/27 @ 11am

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From Non-CS Major to Software Engineer: A Practical Guide to Cracking the Technical Interview

Editor’s Note: Transitioning into a technical field can feel like navigating an unfamiliar world, especially when faced with the infamous technical interview. In this post, I’ll share how I self-taught programming, made a career switch, and decoded the technical interview …

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2 tips for how to stand out by following up after your job interview

Congratulations. You found a job of interest to you, applied, were granted an interview, and were interviewed. You’ve got a ways to go before you get hired, but how do you increase your chances of advancing from your first interview …

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Resources

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Tools to Help You Succeed

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