First of all before you even get that
interview, you will need to send a CV or filled out a job application.
In this you need to demonstrate how you fit the essential criteria,
through job related experience, personal or voluntary experience and
educational experience (degree or certifications such as the mcitp).
You will be demonstrating to the company that you a very rounded
character who can fit the criteria. On the other hand, you need to
demonstrate the fact that you are talented in particular areas. If you
are really into the technician side of I.T, write about exactly what
you have covered in this area and particular incidents as this will
show that you not just an average skilled employee – and that you are
really worth having.
Moreover, it is essential that you
learn about the company beforehand in order to understand what they
exactly may want out of you. This will be useful in the tailored
application and the interview. For instance, the size of the company
will influence how you will write about your skills, i.e. a big company
may desire excellent communication skills. For a big company, you may
suggest that you have excellent interpersonal skills with a vast
variety of people, suggesting that your communication skills are not
limited. Think of a CV as writing to your audience and tailor your
language and skills to that. However, never lie as this can get you
into some terrible trouble.
If you get to interview,
remember to prepare as well as possible. For a second time, have a
look at exactly what their business is about, including what they are
doing now and their future aims. Learn some facts that can be easily
dropped in at the interview, but don’t overdo as this can be off
putting as they want to know about you as well. Revise over any
terminology too – you won’t be tested upon it usually – but you may
need it to answer the questions. However, you make have to take an
aptitude test which will cover logical thinking, or even a personality
test. Have a try at a few online tests before you do the real thing.
Prepare
beforehand by dressing smartly, leaving plenty of travel time and
taking any certificates. This includes GCSE’s, A-levels, degree, mcitp
and other certifications. Also practice with your partner, family
member or a friend a few answers to questions interviewers usually ask.
Make sure you don’t sound too rigid and robotic, but passionate about
what you are speaking about as the delivery is as important as the
content. If you are particularly nervous, write a few notes the night
before and make sure you relax before the interview.
If you are interested in a career in I.T but need to still train, have a look at mcitp training or other I.T training, which is available at www.cvision.co.uk