Interviews

Congratulations! You’ve been invited to attend an interview or assessment centre where one of the assessment tasks is a group exercise. You’re one step closer to getting that job! A group exercise is an enjoyable part of the recruitment process, giving you the chance to demonstrate how you perform as part of a team. You’ll be put into a group […]

So you have an interview coming up. Don’t worry: here are our top ten interview essentials which should help you get through it!   1. Prepare thoroughly Whether this is the job that will be the start of your career or just something to make some money over the holidays, you need to prepare for your interview. This means knowing about the […]

Now is a particularly busy time for job and internship interviews and to support you, here LSE careers consultant Viki Chinn reflects on her experience of interviews including why some students get it ‘wrong’ and how to ensure positive outcomes instead: 1. Failing to do your homework There is a simple equation for interview preparation – the better you prepare, the more likely you are to […]

We run lots of events to support you with all kinds of interviews and all their elements. This blog highlights a few upcoming events but do make sure to browse our full list of events and book on CareerHub. For more information, you can also browse the Interviews, assessment centres and psychometric tests pages on the LSE Careers website. Book […]

First impressions are vital – what you wear to an interview can affect how you are perceived by the employer. Luckily, our careers consultants have some advice for how to dress well! For a formal interview (one in which you have been invited by the employer), you should dress smartly. As a general rule, a safe interview outfit for both […]