Preparing for an Interview

At Career and Talent Development, we understand how stressful it can be to prepare for a job or internship interview. We are committed to helping you prepare for these moments so you can make the best impression to employers. Meeting with our career coaches, participating in a variety of professional development workshops, and using our digital tools can be the perfect stepping stone to perfecting your next interview.

Handshake

Handshake, a modern career development platform – to be your one-stop shop for launching your career. Through Handshake, students can make an appointment with a career coach at Career and Talent Development to conduct a mock interview. Access Handshake.

VMock Mock Interviews

VMock aims to empower students and professionals in various phases of their career journey leveraging the power of artificial intelligence. VMock’s Mock Interviews platform provides built-in mock interview sets for 100+ career tracks for students to practice. Students can create their own custom mock interview from the “Question Library” section on the platform. Students can attempt assignments created by career coaches and receive AI feedback. Upon student completion, career coaches can verify the submissions and add their own feedback to the interviews. Access VMock.

LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a professional networking platform designed to help individuals connect with other professionals, colleagues, and potential employers. It serves as a valuable resource for students and professionals to explore and discover career opportunities by following companies, organizations, and industry-specific groups. This allows users to stay updated on job openings, internships, and relevant industry news. LinkedIn also enables users to showcase their skills, experience, and education, while utilizing the platform’s job search feature to find positions that align with their skills and interests. Access LinkedIn and additional LinkedIn resources.

Dress for Success

Whether you’re going in for a job interview or to network with future employers, first impressions matter. Click here to learn how you can dress for success.

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Career Resources

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Professional Development Workshops

Our Professional Development Workshops are offered throughout the year in-person on the Modesto A. Maidique Campus (MMC), Biscayne Bay Campus …

Career Fair Tips

Learn how you can gear up for success at the upcoming career fair! Explore our plethora of digital tools, resources, …

Behavior Interview Questions Generator
LinkedIn Headshots

The Career and Talent Development office offers FREE LinkedIn Headshots in person during the spring, summer and fall semesters, at …

Digital Tools

GoinGlobal

We are excited to provide GoinGlobal as a resource to FIU students. GoinGlobal is an online resource which provides tools …

Campus Locations

Modesto A. Maidique Campus SASC 305

Tel: 305-348-2423

​Engineering Center EC 2852 

Tel: 305-348-1281

Biscayne Bay Campus WUC 253

Tel: 305-919-5770

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Drop-in hours for Spring 2025 will be held in person at our CTD offices and virtually on zoom. Please click here for scheduled times and locations.