ACING YOUR INTERNSHIP
BODY LANGUAGE TIPS FOR INTERVIEWS During interviews, you’ll be evaluated not only by what you say – but by your body language as well.
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more than you think. While you shouldn’t panic and over-rehearse, do remember
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internship, that is.
• Smile naturally. Don’t overdo or fake it.
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but don’t stare.
• Maintain a decent level of eye contact throughout the interview. If you struggle with your gaze slightly above their eyes. • In a panel interview, make sure to alternate eye contact with all of your interviewers, but always look back to the person you are addressing. •
some breath mints before you head in.
• Be aware of your tone of voice. There’s no point in saying you are passionate about something • Excessive lip-licking is a no-no. Put on some lip balm just before the interview to keep them from cracking if you need to. • Avoid breathing from your mouth. Heavy breathing isn’t •
eyelashes!
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Posture • No slouching! Sit up straight to
Hands •
impression of yourself. as dry as possible – especially at the end, as it’s your last impression!
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• Square your shoulders and raise your head to give a more selfassured and reliable quality. • • Stay comfortable. Don’t be afraid
crushers.
• Gesture appropriately to emphasise your answers: right hand for receiving info.
the interview, but avoid excessive • Mirror your interviewer’s posture
• Don’t crack your knuckles. It’s a bad habit anyway. • Avoid signs that show you’re nervous, such as tapping your
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solidarity between the both of you. •
interest in what your interviewers are saying.
