oraleexam 3 days

Hopefully, you have made notes for the written exam (provided it was not a standardized test).

If you have not, time is running short. You will need to find all the information that you possibly can on the department that has contacted you for an oral interview.

Oral Interview timeline

Why a timeline?

As I mention in my book, after searching and reading various resources on securing a job in the federal government, I could not find one that offers an insiders’ guide on how to prepare for oral exams in the Goverment of Canada.

The timeline that I am providing here, is exactly how I prepared and got chosen for numerous external and internal competitions. It is also how I advise my friends and colleagues to prepare for their interviews.

Most job applicants do not prepare sufficiently for interviews at the Government of Canada. My approach consists of walking in to an interview providing government hiring managers precise information and I observe as they are frantically write notes on what I am saying. When the interview is finished, I return to my residence, follow-up, and wait for my job offer.

I believe in over preparing because this provides one with the confidence and knowledge you need to succeed in this interview and in future interviews.

3 days prior to your exam

  • Purchase or try on outfits for interview. If you already have an outfit, mend, launder or dry clean all pieces and hang in a location that it they will not get wrinkled.
  • Polish shoes and double check the condition of accessories that will be used for the interview.
  • Review your notes and write five potential questions for the interviewers.

Interviewers like questions as it demonstrates that you have an interest in the position beyond the pay.

Your questions should not mention salary or raises. Also, they should be focused on the information that you researched, non-controversial topics related to the department, and on job responsibilities.

In my book you will find more detailed steps that you will need to follow for success before going to your interview.

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