My First Interview--Please help!

[ctoedeb4]

I am graduating in May and I have my first interview (ever) this Thursday. It is for an Emergency Department Fellowship at a Level I Trauma Hospital. My absolute DREAM JOB! I have no experience working as a tech, but I did complete my final preceptorship in a medical ICU. I really need advice on pretty much everything.

What to wear? I bought a suit and was planning on wearing it with a button down long sleeve shirt underneath, but I may die of heat exhaustion before I even get to the interview lol.

How to prepare? I did a mock interview with one of my instructors and she said I did well, but I am still really nervous.

What to bring? They told me to bring a copy of my resume and references and "anything else that would help them to get to know me." What does that mean? I also have 3 letters of recommendation I am bringing.

How to wear my hair? I have long hair and was planning on just wearing it pulled back in a pony tail. Is that acceptable?

What questions to ask? I know that you are always supposed to have questions to ask when they as if we have any. However, I don't want to come across as "picky" or that I might not really want the job.

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE give me some good advice! It is a group interview, which makes me even more nervous. If I don't get this job, I don't know what I will do because I've applied over 30 places and this is the only interview I've gotten. Thanks in advance for your advice!

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[scibruin]

I think your suit and hairstyle are appropriate. You want to look as professional as possible. If you wear makeup keep it light. Review questions in your head, be prepared and when you have something to say in group make eye contact be loud and clear. Maybe for the what to bring any other certifications, community outreach work?? You can possibly ask questions about the program itself, how long is the preceptorship? what other certifications will be necessary in the future or will you get from completing the ER program. What type of positions are available within the ED dept, like traveling (one's that fly with patients), triage...

These are just some ideas. Good LUck the fellowship sounds AWESOME!! I finish in May too so i will be needing your advice after your interview!! Be confident, yourself, and strong!