Interviews: what's changed? Nhlanhla Maphetu
1
Many things have changed during the pandemic, and more things will. And although many things have changed about the job interview process, some essential things stay the same. Here's a look at what to expect from interviews today.
Virtual interviews are here to stay
42 | YO U R CA R E E R G U I D E 2022
With virtual interviews being the epitome of recruitment, additional skills may be required. Employers/ recruiters are looking for skills that will allow you to work productively in their company, especially considering that you might have to learn various new software quickly for a remote position.
Aarti Singh, PWC "Remember that the use of digital tools, technology and automation will add another dimension to your skillset. If you have experience in, exposure to or even just dabble in any tech, please disclose this."
EMPLOYER INPUT
“Instead of our code challenge and face-toface interviews being conducted ‘in person’ we’re conducting interviews online via video conference.
EMPLOYER INPUT
– Charles Musto, COO at SOLIDitech
Tech skills are more important than ever
3
New types of questions The employer might ask about the skills and experience you may have acquired during the pandemic – this is where you should be able to impress.
Geraldine Kwenda, SouthSouthNorth "Questions now need to draw out more personality and encourage more engagement from the candidates. We also need to be more friendly, explicit and clearer, since a lot can be lost in translation or connection via an online interview!"
EMPLOYER INPUT
Most employers continue to use telephonic screenings, with the addition of conference video calls. The key is to have confidence to stand and shine while you face the camera and the interview panel, and to prepare sufficiently.
2