Practice Interview Program

Program Overview

This program is a collaboration between the Career Development Center, faculty and alumni, parent and employer volunteers. The purpose of the Practice Interview Program (PIP) is to provide students the opportunity to develop and practice interviewing skills essential for success in today’s competitive job market.

The Practice Interview Program takes place twice a year, during Fall and Spring terms. Students sign up for a one hour practice interview slot and submit a resume and job description (or grad school description). During the practice interview session, volunteers lead students through typical screening interviews and provide feedback on each student’s performance and their resume. 

Based on student evaluations, PIP is having a significant impact on improving students’ interview skills, their sense of career and vocation, and appreciation of the skills they are developing in their major.  Students are also gaining confidence in interviewing and are able to better articulate how their liberal arts education and skills will serve them in their chosen professional setting.

For questions about the Practice Interview Program, please contact the Career Development Center.