8 tips for acing that online job interview

During the coronavirus pandemic, job seekers may find themselves attending virtual interviews for the first time. Hannah Bock speaks to human resource professionals about making the most of the video call

For the virtual interview, choose a quiet place that is free of distractions.
For the virtual interview, choose a quiet place that is free of distractions. PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO
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Test your wireless connection and video-conferencing software several times before the interview, says Mr Grant Torrens, 38, regional director of recruitment agency Hays Singapore. Making a practice call with a friend or family member will allow you to check for sound and picture quality and get used to speaking into the microphone.

Before the interview, you should also do some research to familiarise yourself with functions that may come in useful, such as screen-or file-sharing.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on June 13, 2020, with the headline 8 tips for acing that online job interview. Subscribe