Job Interviews are a make or break chance to finally get hired. Do not take this process lightly and be sure you prepare for what is ahead. The key is to get ready to answer the typical job interview questions and do some research on the company that you are interviewing with. Before the interview, take some time to use the internet to learn as much as you can about the company and the specific opening that you have your job interview for.

Here is a felony job interview template that you can use to prepare for the big day.

Job Interview Details-

Date:

Time:

Company Name:

Address:

Interviewer:

Find out the name and title of your interviewer. Do a Google search of the name to find out more about that specific person.

Job Details - Why I'm a Good Match

Job Title:

Job Description:

Why I am a Good Match:

Take the job description provided by the company or recruitment agency and explain how you fit each requirement.

For example, if the job description says that the ideal job candidate "fosters a team-oriented culture" then you should explain how well you work with a team. Give examples that illustrate this such as how you planned team building activities in your previous job.

Company Information

Write down some notes about the company and pay special attention to the latest news. Interviewers love it when you show that you have done your homework and that you know what is happening in the industry.

My Strengths and Weakness

Interviewers frequently ask about strengths and weaknesses so it is best to be prepared for this question. Highlight your strengths and be honest about your weaknesses but also explain how you are trying to improve yourself.

Success Stories

This section will help you to remember the highlights of your career which are relevant to the job. Prepare personal anecdotes about a situation or problem, how you handled it and the results. These stories create a memorable impression and show your leadership, creativity, independence and problem solving skills. This can be your answer to the question "how well do you handle stressful situations?"

Why I am Interested in This Job

Prepare an answer for when the interviewer will ask you why you want this job. If you currently have a job, explain why you want to quit and join their organization.

For example:

I work for a small company and I want to work for a bigger organization that offers more career advancement opportunities.

Questions to Ask the Interviewer

Think about what you would like to know about the job and list these questions down. Common questions are:

• What projects will I be working on?

• Who will I be working with?

• Does the company provide opportunities for training and professional development?

• Are there opportunities for advancement?

Your felony job interview is a very important step to get you closer to that pay check. If you have prepared properly for this job interview then you will exude and air of confidence that the job interview is sure to pick up on. Good luck on your job interview and do not be discouraged if you do not get the job. Keep looking for more job opportunities for felons and learn from each felony job interview that you that you complete.