Interview Role Play Preparation $(5\%)$

In this activity, you will work in groups of three to prepare and perform a role$-$play interview scenario. Your group will simulate the process of filling an internal leadership position within a hypothetical workplace or student$/$professional association. This exercise is designed to enhance your understanding of the interview process from both the interviewer$$s and interviewee$$s perspectives, focusing on evaluating essential skills and providing concrete examples.

The total interview time $($recorded$)$ should be between $5$ and $7$ minutes in which an interviewer will ask $6$ to $7$ questions related to a leadership role being interviewed. Students can decide as to who will be the interviewer$($s$)$ and who will play as an interviewee. Any combination is fine i$.$e$.,$ two interviewers and one interviewee, one interviewer and two interviewees.

Objectives:

$1.$ Simulate a Real$-$World Interview: Gain hands$-$on experience with the interview process by creating a realistic scenario for a leadership role.

$2.$ Develop Interview Skills: Learn to assess candidates effectively by drafting interview questions that evaluate both hard and soft skills.

$3.$ Enhance Communication and Collaboration: Work collaboratively to determine the best interviewing strategy and practice effective communication techniques.

$4.$ Reflect and Document: Articulate your preparation and strategy in a written document, reflecting on the skills and insights gained from the activity.