Tips for Technical Job Interviews
Plenty of employers looking for technology professionals have seen one too many stereotypical 24-year-olds who think they're worth £85K and don't see why they need to impress anyone during an interview. Don't be like them. "Watch out for arrogance," Berkowitz says. "Don't come across like you're doing them a favour just by being there, even if you fit all of the job's technical requirements. Express interest in the job and talk about what you can do for the company."
Know the Company
Companies don't simply want technical functionaries these days; they want people who understand the company's goals, competitors and the industry at large. Research the company at sites like WetFeet and Vault.com. Read the company's press releases and scour its Web site. "You want to engage in a dialogue about how this company differentiates itself in the industry," Hough says.
