Author Topic: Interview Tomorrow (Read 3702 times)

Adrian719 · « **on:** May 30, 2011, 12:57:39 »

Hey everyone,
I have my medical and an interview tomorrow. I'm not worried about the medical, but I am really worried about the interview.
I have had a few jobs in the past, but got in via connections. So in turn, I have never been interviewed before. (Actually once, but it was for CO-OP).
I need tips. I need any advice you can give me.
And if it is allowed, what are the typical questions they ask?

Thanks.

Mudshuvel · « **Reply #1 on:** May 30, 2011, 13:23:14 »

Hi Adrian,

Welcome to the forums.

If you read further in the thread, you will see a lot of times has this specific question has been asked, and answered.

That aside, research your trade. You will be asked the in-and-outs of the trade you picked. You will be asked about the QL3 courses or SQ.

Dress nicely, as someone mentioned in another post, a tie won't hurt.

As for questions, it differs with everyones files. They are trying to see who you are. Be honest. Trust me, be honest. They'll tell if you're not.

Mud

Adrian719 · « **Reply #2 on:** May 30, 2011, 13:29:14 »

Quote from: Mudshuvel on May 30, 2011, 13:23:14

Hi Adrian,

Welcome to the forums.

If you read further in the thread, you will see a lot of times has this specific question has been asked, and answered.

That aside, research your trade. You will be asked the in-and-outs of the trade you picked. You will be asked about the QL3 courses or SQ.

Dress nicely, as someone mentioned in another post, a tie won't hurt.

As for questions, it differs with everyones files. They are trying to see who you are. Be honest. Trust me, be honest. They'll tell if you're not.

Mud

Thank you.
I'll do some searching.
thanks

sky777 · « **Reply #3 on:** May 30, 2011, 13:33:30 »

Quote from: Mudshuvel on May 30, 2011, 13:23:14

You will be asked about the QL3 courses or SQ.

I had interview.But nobody asked me about QL3 and SQ.I even don't know what is it.
Good way for preparing for interview here. http://www.army.forces.gc.ca/34cbg_hq/entrevueen.pdf
Print it and answer questions.

Mudshuvel · « **Reply #4 on:** May 30, 2011, 14:11:47 »

Quote from: sky777 on May 30, 2011, 13:33:30

I had interview.But nobody asked me about QL3 and SQ.I even don't know what is it.
Good way for preparing for interview here. http://www.army.forces.gc.ca/34cbg_hq/entrevueen.pdf
Print it and answer questions.

A fine example of 'it differs'. Haha. I was asked about where I thought my training was, for how long... etc.

Hoogoos · « **Reply #5 on:** May 31, 2011, 10:33:42 »

I agree with Mudshuvel. Learn everything you can about your trade. Even if you don't get asked about it, it's good to know what career you are getting into.

Dexen · « **Reply #6 on:** May 31, 2011, 19:50:54 »

Reflect on your past work experiences as well. Think about times you went above and beyond the normal scope of your job or were really stressed. My interview was really laid back, they aren't trying to stump you. They want to know you are not someone who is socially inept, someone who has a good work ethic, shows initiative and is all around a good candidate. Be 100% no matter the question.

BlueOne · « **Reply #7 on:** June 02, 2011, 18:52:00 »

Just a personal one from me: Been to my interview and just like anyone here felt nervous and even anxious about it. The Captain who had me in interview have been really nice to me and I felt comfortable talking with her. After 15 minutes out of almost 3 hours I can tell you we were talking as we were almost friends. I went very fluently as I were not feeling I was anymore interrogated so I could put feelings to what I was elaborating on. This made the conversation very human and very close to the reality of my own life. That made it, I think. The Force will need you to cover people with who you are working so they expect you to be a human.

Hope that help and good luck with your interview!

BlueOne · « **Reply #8 on:** June 02, 2011, 18:52:37 »

Just saw the date from the initial message, hope you did well on your interview

"read more, post less" I know

Tollis · « **Reply #9 on:** June 13, 2011, 19:30:37 »

I'm not sure If I'm just a failure at forum search function literacy but I can't seem to get anything more then "No matches were found" to anything I search. So instead of starting a new thread I figure I can just post it here and hopefully still get an answer. I've got an interview tomorrow and I plan on wearing dress pants, Dress shirt but I'm wondering if a Tie is going a bit to formal. Interview is for a vehicle tech NCM position I know if it was officer I would for sure just not sure if its necessary for me/what I'm appling for.

Thanks in advanced for anyone with helpful advice

RCDcpl · « **Reply #10 on:** June 13, 2011, 19:46:23 »

Why would going in for an interview to be an officer change how you would dress? Regardless of whether or not you are applying as an NCM or an officer it's still a job interview. I'd say wear a suit.....or at the very least a tie.

Romanmaz · « **Reply #11 on:** June 13, 2011, 20:57:23 »

Quote from: Tollis on June 13, 2011, 19:30:37

I'm not sure If I'm just a failure at forum search function literacy but I can't seem to get anything more then "No matches were found" to anything I search. So instead of starting a new thread I figure I can just post it here and hopefully still get an answer. I've got an interview tomorrow and I plan on wearing dress pants, Dress shirt but I'm wondering if a Tie is going a bit to formal. Interview is for a vehicle tech NCM position I know if it was officer I would for sure just not sure if its necessary for me/what I'm appling for.

Thanks in advanced for anyone with helpful advice

You don't need to wear a tie, but it wont hurt either, and make sure you polish up your dress shoes before you go. I wore a dress shirt, dress pants, and black leather dress shoes. Turned out to be the best dressed person there, some guys didn't even iron
their shirts before the interview.

Dexen · « **Reply #12 on:** June 13, 2011, 21:09:50 »

I wore a blue dress shirt with a suit. I would totally recommend wearing a suit. Regardless if it is right, wrong or indifferent you will be judged on your appearance.

mariomike · « **Reply #13 on:** June 13, 2011, 21:20:19 »

Quote from: Tollis on June 13, 2011, 19:30:37

I'm not sure If I'm just a failure at forum search function literacy but I can't seem to get anything more then "No matches were found" to anything I search. So instead of starting a new thread I figure I can just post it here and hopefully still get an answer. I've got an interview tomorrow and I plan on wearing dress pants, Dress shirt but I'm wondering if a Tie is going a bit to formal. Interview is for a vehicle tech NCM position I know if it was officer I would for sure just not sure if its necessary for me/what I'm appling for.

Thanks in advanced for anyone with helpful advice

This may help:
http://www.google.com/search?sclient=psy&hl=en&source=hp&q=site%3Aarmy.ca+&btnG=Search#sclient=psy&hl=en&source=hp&q=site%3Aarmy.ca%20interview%20wear&aq=&aqi=&aql=&oq=&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.&fp=7ff7d408b5d36764&biw=1360&bih=594&pf=p&pdl=300

Romanmaz · « **Reply #14 on:** June 13, 2011, 21:24:00 »

Quote from: Dexen on June 13, 2011, 21:09:50

I wore a blue dress shirt with a suit. I would totally recommend wearing a suit. Regardless if it is right, wrong or indifferent you will be judged on your appearance.

You can wear a bow tie and a fedora if you want, they are going to judge you on alote more then what you're wearing.

CDN Aviator · « **Reply #15 on:** June 13, 2011, 22:08:16 »

Well, it may not be advisable for everyone but i wore jeans and a t-shirt to my interview. Even though i joined as an NCM, i still managed not to drool on myself before the interview. I did get food on my shirt but that was after..........

ayo23 · « **Reply #16 on:** June 13, 2011, 22:59:17 »

it's a job interview so i went in a suit w/ tie.

Nauticus · « **Reply #17 on:** June 13, 2011, 23:36:55 »

Quote from: CDN Aviator on June 13, 2011, 22:08:16

Well, it may not be advisable for everyone but i wore jeans and a t-shirt to my interview. Even though i joined as an NCM, i still managed not to drool on myself before the interview. I did get food on my shirt but that was after..........

The trick is to lick the food off your shirt. If you do that, then you're allowed to wear whatever you'd like.

Fanfreluche · « **Reply #18 on:** June 14, 2011, 00:17:29 »

well for any job really...
the goal is to look clean and professional i think as long as you use common sense its fine

sky777 · « **Reply #19 on:** June 14, 2011, 09:02:40 »

My experience:
I wore suit and tie. I looked like very official. I don't know it is good or bad. But I felt myself very good with this kind of clothe.

N. McKay · « **Reply #20 on:** June 14, 2011, 09:15:08 »

Quote from: Romanmaz on June 13, 2011, 21:24:00

You can wear a bow tie and a fedora if you want, they are going to judge you on alote more then what you're wearing.

That's true, but your appearance is likely to play some part in it.

(By all means wear a fedora if you like, but take it off in the office!)

Mudshuvel · « **Reply #21 on:** June 14, 2011, 09:34:58 »

I wore a full suit, blazer, tie, dress shoes... the works.

The Captain said "You dressed up nice."
I responded, "figured it wouldn't hurt."
He laughed.

That was a good icebreaker. We talked casually and everything after that. Some may have worn jeans and a tshirt or suits. Personally, I saw this as a job interview for a career rather than an interview for a job like McDonalds or Rogers. I dressed to impress, that was my opinion, but seriously, judge your audience and dress accordingly.

astecki · « **Reply #22 on:** June 14, 2011, 10:09:08 »

Applied for Infantry NCM, and did excatly as Mudshuvel...suit, tie, the works. The first thing the Sergeant said to me when he walked up was, "Glad to see someone taking this process seriously".

So no, a suit/tie/jacket is not necessary, but it's a job interview...it's never going to hurt, and might just set you that little bit apart from the next guy.

Romanmaz · « **Reply #23 on:** June 14, 2011, 10:20:32 »

Quote from: astecki on June 14, 2011, 10:09:08

Applied for Infantry NCM, and did excatly as Mudshuvel...suit, tie, the works. The first thing the Sergeant said to me when he walked up was, "Glad to see someone taking this process seriously".

So no, a suit/tie/jacket is not necessary, but it's a job interview...it's never going to hurt, and might just set you that little bit apart from the next guy.

I'm 6'5 with a shaved head, so I'm pretty hard to miss

Confounded PAT · « **Reply #24 on:** June 14, 2011, 10:46:56 »

I only had one interview, so I can't vouch for them all. It started with "why do you want to be in the Canadian Forces?" I replied with the usual; "I want to serve my country, Sir," "I'm hoping to go overseas and help people, Sir." After a few minutes I was met with "no, why do YOU want to be in the Forces?" I was brutally honest and mentioned the reasonable pay and job security that you won't find anywhere else.

Try to look sharp. I just dressed business casual; slacks and a dress shirt, no tie. I was also told that I was the first candidate with a decent haircut in some time. Try to look professional. It might sound shallow, but I wouldn't hire some of the guys unless they gave a heck of an interview.

Any update from the OP? My interview was a while ago now, so things may have changed a bit. It sounds like they're getting tougher.

Romanmaz · « **Reply #25 on:** June 14, 2011, 13:53:52 »

Quote from: Confounded PAT on June 14, 2011, 10:46:56

I only had one interview, so I can't vouch for them all. It started with "why do you want to be in the Canadian Forces?" I replied with the usual; "I want to serve my country, Sir," "I'm hoping to go overseas and help people, Sir."
After a few minutes I was met with "no, why do YOU want to be in the Forces?" I was brutally honest and mentioned the reasonable pay and job security that you won't find anywhere else.

Try to look sharp. I just dressed business casual; slacks and a dress shirt, no tie. I was also told that I was the first candidate with a decent haircut in some time. Try to look professional. It might sound shallow, but I wouldn't hire some of the guys unless they gave a heck of an interview.

Any update from the OP? My interview was a while ago now, so things may have changed a bit. It sounds like they're getting tougher.

Do you remember that non-disclosure you signed before the interview started?.....

Tollis · « **Reply #26 on:** June 14, 2011, 18:19:45 »

So I had my interview today. Went with just plain dress pants and a dress shirt. I don't own a blazer and hate ties, that being said I thought I looked fairly good. My hair is always short and I'm clean shaven as well so that couldn't have hurt. On the actual interview side of things I felt like they went really well and got some good feedback from the sergeant about my application/interview. So now I hurry up and wait and hopefully the call from Ottawa comes at the same pace as the rest of my application process (very fast). Good luck to everyone still in the process and don't be frightened by the interview. So far everyone at the CFRC has been very nice and easy to talk to/with.

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