job interview
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Definition
Noun: A formal meeting, typically one-on-one or with a panel, where a potential employer assesses a job applicant's qualifications, skills, experience, and suitability for a specific open position. The applicant also uses this opportunity to learn more about the role and the company.
Usage
A "job interview" is a standard step in the hiring process. It is typically scheduled after an initial review of a candidate's application or resume. The term is used to describe the event itself.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "to ace a job interview": to perform exceptionally well in a job interview.
- He practiced his answers and aced the job interview.
- "to bomb a job interview" (informal): to perform very poorly in a job interview.
- I was so nervous that I completely bombed the job interview.
Variants and Related Words
- Interview (noun/verb): The broader term for a formal meeting to assess or question someone. A "job interview" is a specific type of interview.
- The journalist secured an interview with the author.
- Screening interview (noun): A preliminary, often shorter interview to filter candidates.
- Panel interview (noun): An interview conducted by a group of people.
Synonyms
- Employment interview: A more formal synonym.
- Hiring interview: Emphasizes the employer's perspective in the hiring process.
Related Phrases
- Interview process: The full sequence of interviews and assessments for a position.
- The interview process at that company is known to be lengthy.
- Interview skills: The abilities needed to succeed in an interview.
- This workshop will help you improve your interview skills.
Noun
- an interview to determine whether an applicant is suitable for a position of employment