wasian_girl

I'm applying to Yale early action, and have my local alumni interview tomorrow. I'm extremely nervous, since this is my first interview of this type. I was wondering what things are usually suggested for college interviews- should I hand them my resume in the beginning, or at the end? If I get there before them, should I sit down and wait awkwardly for them? How will they know who I am in a crowded area (such as Starbucks)? Any other things I should do?

Also, another important thing, how much do they know about you before the interview even begins? Have they seen parts of my application, my rec letters, or my resume? Because when I mentally rehearsed some of my answers, I see myself referencing things in my essays or resume.

Thanks for helping!

wasian_girl

bump- I need help since it's tomorrow!!!

emgamac

In most interviews with local alumni, the interviewer has minimal information about the applicant. They have not seen your application etc. My D choose to wait in her car rather than arriving very early for a interview in a coffee shop. She would walk in about 5 min early. That way the interviewer was there first, usually still with a student. She chose to offer her resume shortly after introductions and sitting down. The resumes were always positively received. If the interviewer doesn't want to refer to it, they will just set it aside.

Be sure to try and relax and be yourself. Good luck!!