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Services for students

Interview follow up

Your interview is over, and sadly you weren't offered a position. What do you do now?

Get feedback

  • Contact the interviewer to ask for interview feedback. You can do this over the phone or by email.

Evaluate your own performance honestly

  • Were you confident?
  • How was your body language?
  • Were there gaps in your skills, knowledge or experience?
  • What did you do/answer well?
  • What action can you take to improve your chances next time?
  • Make a list of the questions you were asked particularly those you found difficult to answer. Note your responses then get feedback from a Career Counsellor

Don't take rejection personally

  • Being rejected can be an emotional experience. Don't take this personally. The employer makes their decision based on many factors.
  • Stay positive. Consider it practice, learn and improve for future interviews.

If you do feel like you have been unfairly treated you can visit the Fair Work Ombudsman.

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13th August 2012