{"id":16715,"date":"2020-09-14T15:06:49","date_gmt":"2020-09-14T19:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/?p=16715"},"modified":"2024-12-23T18:16:32","modified_gmt":"2024-12-23T23:16:32","slug":"essential-tips-your-first-job-interview-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/working\/job-search\/essential-tips-your-first-job-interview-in-canada","title":{"rendered":"Essential Tips: Your First Job Interview In Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/A-young-woman-is-discussing-her-resume-with-a-hiring-manager-in-a-job-interview-1.png\" alt=\"A young woman is discussing her resume in a job interiview\" class=\"wp-image-226300\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2023\/08\/16153411\/A-young-woman-is-discussing-her-resume-with-a-hiring-manager-in-a-job-interview-1.png 600w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2023\/08\/16153411\/A-young-woman-is-discussing-her-resume-with-a-hiring-manager-in-a-job-interview-1-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Job interview success will require you to prepare with these essential tips. We know that job interviews can be exciting, but they can also cause stress. However, when you prepare for your interview it will increase your confidence, reduce your stress, and lead to a positive experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These eight tips will help you to prepare for a positive interview experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Know your strengths before your job interview in Canada<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Know what&#8217;s required in your industry<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Know what&#8217;s required in the job<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Research the company<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Prepare responses to common interview questions<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Dress for success<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Arrive on time and have extra copies of your resume<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. Take a deep breath<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nbsp\">&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-essential-tips-your-first-job-interview-in-canada\"><strong>Essential Tips: Your First Job Interview in Canada<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-know-your-strengths-before-your-job-interview-in-canada\"><strong>1. Know Your Strengths Before Your Job Interview in Canada<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on what strengths, skills, abilities, and experience you want to convey during your interview.&nbsp; When you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/before-you-arrive\/working-in-canada-before-you-arrive\/self-awareness-is-key-to-your-job-search\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">focus on your strengths<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll be positive and confident during your job interview. This will also help you especially if you feel nervous before your job interview.&nbsp; Job interviews can be stressful, especially if you feel pressure to resume your career in Canada as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-know-what-s-required-in-your-industry\"><strong>2. Know What\u2019s Required in Your Industry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowledge is power when you interview for jobs in Canada. So you need to identify trends and changes within your industry. Factors like technology and globalization are contributing to rapid changes in most, if not all industries. So to be highly valuable in your chosen career, you need to know about:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Required <a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/after-you-arrive\/employment-in-canada\/canadian-certification-can-advance-your-career\/\">credentials<\/a> and designations you must have<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related experience and education you must have&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowledge of what&#8217;s changing in your industry.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/category\/career-pathways\/\">Check out our Career Pathways resources <\/a>to <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">discover what&#8217;s required to work in Canada for more than 20 occupations in Canada.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/category\/working-in-canada\/employment-services-help-newcomers-work-in-canada\/\">pre- and post-arrival settlement services<\/a> that can help you to learn more about your industry in Canada. And some settlement agencies can provide you with one-to-one job counselling to prepare for job interviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<p>[cjtoolbox name=&#8217;Working Webinar&#8217;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-know-what-s-required-in-the-job\"><strong>3. Know What\u2019s Required in the Job<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read the job description again to make sure you understand the job requirements. A helpful activity to prepare for an interview is to make a list of job responsibilities. For each responsibility, list relevant examples when you performed that responsibility in a previous job.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This activity will help you to:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify how closely your skills and background match the job description<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Define exactly what you did so that you can clearly discuss your experience<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on the successful outcomes that you achieved.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The job description will also outline the important <a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/after-you-arrive\/employment-in-canada\/canadian-certification-can-advance-your-career\/\">credentials<\/a> that you require for the job. If you do not have the credentials that the employer is seeking, you can discuss if you have a plan to obtain those credentials. You may even be in the process of obtaining those credentials at the time of your interview. This will show initiative and drive on your part.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare to discuss your accomplishments and sell yourself. Canadian employers want to know how you can contribute to their success.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-related-posts\"><strong>Related Posts:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/category\/working-in-canada\/\">Working in Canada | A Guide to Land Your Dream Job<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/career-pathways\/optometry-jobs-salaries-and-careers-in-canada-for-newcomers\/\">Optometry Jobs, Salaries &amp; Careers in Canada | Everything Newcomers Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/career-pathways\/nursing-jobs-in-canada-what-you-require-to-work\/\">Nursing Jobs in Canada | What You Require to Work<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/before-you-arrive\/working-in-canada-before-you-arrive\/canadian-style-resume-is-it-necessary\/\">Canadian Style Resume: Is it Necessary?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/career-pathways\/social-work-job-requirements-in-canada\/\">Social Work Job Requirements in Canada<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/career-pathways\/dental-hygienist-jobs-in-canada-what-newcomers-need-to-know\/\">Dental Hygienist Jobs in Canada | What Newcomers Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/career-pathways\/architect-jobs-salaries-and-careers-in-canada-for-newcomers\/\">Architect Jobs, Salaries, and Careers in Canada | What Newcomers Must Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/category\/working-in-canada\/crafting-your-job-search-action-plan\/\">Crafting Your Job Search Action Plan to Work in Canada<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-research-the-company-before-your-job-interview\"><strong>4. Research the Company Before Your Job Interview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is an important step for several reasons. The recruiter will likely ask you what you know about the company.&nbsp; So with proper research, you can prepare your answer, show interest in the company, and show your knowledge about:&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type of organization it is (public or private company, not-for-profit, start-up, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of products or services they provide<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interesting and relevant industry information related to the company<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What makes the company successful and why you want to work for the company.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use LinkedIn to learn about companies in Canada. LinkedIn is also helpful to develop and expand your professional network. Consider creating your LinkedIn profile if you don\u2019t already have one. To learn how to set up a profile, and other helpful tips download our free<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/info.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/linkedin-for-newcomers-ebook-download\"><b> 12 Tips For LinkedIn<\/b><\/a><b>&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, your research will help you to identify if this is the company that you would love to work at. In other words, does the company culture and do their values align with what is important to you? Factors that may be important to you might include if the company is recognized for being:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Innovative<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Socially responsible<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmentally friendly<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An industry leader, or&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Employer of Choice.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-prepare-responses-to-common-interview-questions\"><strong>5. Prepare Responses to Common Interview Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most interviewers will ask questions about your experience, qualifications, and fit for the job. And here are some common questions that you can expect and prepare for in advance:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em><strong>Tell me about yourself?<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare for this question by providing a short and clear answer that describes your career path and why you have applied for this position. For essential insight about yourself, be sure to complete the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/info.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/identify-and-align-your-skills-with-drake-p3?Working%20in%20Canada&amp;utm_source=working-in-canada-spg&amp;utm_medium=tools-and-resources&amp;utm_content=drake-p3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drake P3 personality assessment\u00ae<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This free assessment will help you to define key areas of your personality that you would like to showcase. You\u2019ll also gather more information that will be helpful to your job search in Canada.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em><strong>Why should we hire you?<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide a clear picture of how your skills, experience, and personality match the job requirements. The more specific you can be, the easier it will be for the interviewer to assess if you are the right fit for the job. When you receive your Drake P3 assessment report, you can highlight how your strengths match the job requirements. Use the information from your report to prepare a concise answer to this question.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em><strong>Tell me about the best job you ever had, and what did you enjoy about it?<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here the interviewer is assessing your fit for the job. For example, do the elements that you most enjoyed in your best job exist in the job that you\u2019re interviewing for? When you complete the Drake P3 assessment, you\u2019ll gain a clear understanding of what you need in a job environment to be highly successful. You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/info.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/identify-and-align-your-skills-with-drake-p3?Working%20in%20Canada&amp;utm_source=working-in-canada-spg&amp;utm_medium=tools-and-resources&amp;utm_content=drake-p3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">complete this assessment for free<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> right now! With this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/before-you-arrive\/working-in-canada-before-you-arrive\/self-awareness-is-key-to-your-job-search\/\">self-awareness<\/a>, you\u2019ll find the career joy that you\u2019re seeking.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-dress-for-success-for-your-job-interview\"><strong>6. Dress for Success for Your Job Interview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decide what you will wear to the interview.&nbsp; You\u2019ll feel more confident wearing a clean and neat outfit that fits properly. If you\u2019re unsure if you should dress casually or formally, it\u2019s best to dress in more formal attire. Dressing too casually may send the wrong message to the recruiter or hiring manager. It\u2019s better to dress more formally and err on the side of caution so you don\u2019t feel uncomfortable about how you\u2019re dressed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most workplaces in Canada have a scent-free policy to protect people who have allergies. So avoid wearing perfume or cologne. This will also allow the interviewer to focus on your stellar qualifications and not be distracted by a strong scent. You also want to avoid wearing an overload of jewelry.&nbsp; Again, you want the interviewer to focus on you and your solid responses.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-prepare-for-canada wp-block-embed-prepare-for-canada\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"icUnoq1fB1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/working\/job-search\/what-does-business-casual-dress-mean\">What Does Business Casual Dress Mean?<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;What Does Business Casual Dress Mean?&#8221; &#8212; Prepare for Canada\" src=\"https:\/\/2026-pfc.reviewyoursite.ca\/blog\/working\/job-search\/what-does-business-casual-dress-mean\/embed#?secret=6h9Wj05mvM#?secret=icUnoq1fB1\" data-secret=\"icUnoq1fB1\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-arrive-on-time-and-have-extra-copies-of-your-resume\"><strong>7. Arrive on Time and Have Extra Copies of Your Resume<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing will be more stressful than arriving late for your interview<\/span><b>. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So give yourself enough time and aim to arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the interview. This will allow you time to mentally and physically prepare for the interview and calm any pre-interview jitters you may have.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-take-a-deep-breath-before-your-job-interview\"><strong>8. Take a Deep Breath Before Your Job Interview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting nervous before an interview is a common response. So it\u2019s important to think of how you can manage that nervous energy before you go into your interview. One helpful strategy is to regulate your breathing. Before your interview take a few deep breaths and:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale through your nose and count for four seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale through your mouth and count for four seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you take deep breaths you send a message to your brain that will help you to relax. This will help you to stay focused and provide clear responses to interview questions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you follow these interview tips, hopefully, you will receive a job offer so that you can resume your career in Canada. However, even if you don&#8217;t get a job offer, you can be proud of your effort and consider this interview as an important practice for your next interview! 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