After the interview
You may be ready to relax after your interview, but there are a few things you should do before you put your feet up.
- Reward yourself for a job well done!
- Write a thank you letter to the employer and email it on the same day to highlight your enthusiasm, mention something you forgot or provide any details that may have been requested.
- Write down all the questions you were asked for future reference, noting which questions you may need to practise answering.
- Re-approach the employer when the timeframe for a decision has passed. If unsuccessful, ask for some feedback to help you with your job search or for ideas for further contacts.
- If offered the job, find out the starting date, time and place, and what you need to bring e.g. proof of citizenship, IRD number, bank account number, tools, safety gear/clothes.
You should also look over your employment agreement, and you may want to discuss the wages/salary you have been offered.
Dealing with job offers
Receiving a job offer can be exciting and it is natural to accept straight away.
However, most employers will not expect you to accept or reject an offer on the spot. Ask for when a response is required. Make sure you clarify any questions or concerns you have about the job offer before you make your decision.
Make sure you ask for the offer in writing, and ask as many questions as necessary to provide you with all the information you need to make a good decision.
Be careful about accepting a job offer believing that you can always back out of it if you get a better offer later. Many employers consider it unethical (and inconvenient), so your reputation in the industry could be at stake.
For more advice, visit the Careers New Zealand website.