Job interviews are always a bit nerve-wracking, but they are a necessary part of building your career. If you want to be sure you’ll do well in your interview with a veterinary clinic, here are a few tips to help you ace it.

Prepare for the Interview

Do some research on the potential job and the company behind it. You shouldn’t walk into the interview without a basic knowledge of the clinic and what it stands for. It’s also helpful to know who already works there.

You can build your confidence by practicing your interview with a friend or family member. Have them ask you questions and try to answer as you would in an interview. Listen to their critiques to help improve your interviewing skills.

Dress Appropriately

You should arrive at the interview in appropriate attire. This means dressing professionally and avoiding excessive makeup or jewellery. It’s also best to avoid perfumes or colognes, as you will be working with animals that may be sensitive to strong smells.

Arrive On Time

It’s best to come a little early so you are certain of being on time, even if you need to wait outside for a few minutes. If you aren’t sure of the route, check it ahead of time and use your phone’s GPS to provide directions while allowing plenty of time to arrive.

Show Your Personality

Be as confident as possible when you enter the interview and be sure to greet the interviewer by name. This will help you make a good impression. It’s always good to smile and to be enthusiastic about the position. Don’t feel you need to downplay how you feel about the job. The interviewer will often base part of the evaluation on your personality and interest.

Ask Questions

You should prepare a few questions to ask about the organization. You may ask things like:

What would my duties be here?

What type of business culture would you say the organisation/clinic has?

What are your performance expectations?

While you will certainly want to know about the salary and the benefits provided, it’s best to wait until the employer brings this up. You want to appear interested in the job, not just the money. You will find that it’s much easier to interview with a clinic if you are genuinely excited about the position.

Interviewing to become part of a veterinary organisation can be exciting and scary. Just keep your eyes on the goal and remember to practice your interview questions before you arrive.

Are you looking for vet jobs? VetPro Recruitment has plenty of amazing positions available right now.