Discuss what employers look for during the interview process.

Interviews give employers the chance to go beyond the basic data of your résumé to get to know you and to answer two essential questions.The first is whether you can handle the responsibilities of the position.Naturally,the more you know about the demands of the position,and the more you've thought about how your skills match those demands,the better you'll be able to respond.The second essential question is whether you will be a good fit with the organization and the target position.All good employers want people who are confident,dedicated,positive,curious,courteous,ethical,and willing to commit to something larger than their own individual goals.Companies also look for fit with their individual cultures.Just like people,companies have different "personalities." Some are intense; others are more laid back.Some emphasize teamwork; others expect employees to forge their own way and even to compete with one another.Expectations also vary from job to job within a company and from industry to industry.An outgoing personality is essential for sales but less so for research,for instance.