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DAY 9 Careers Tip Code: Frosty

To win a selection box - be the ninth person to DM the code to @ulcareersservice on Instagram.

Here in the careers service we help students prepare for interviews. For many students it will be their first experience of the interview process and there is a lot to think about and prepare, job and company research, types of questions, logistics, outfit and practice.

Today we are going to focus on what to wear; a job interview is your opportunity to make a great first impression on your potential employer and your interview outfit forms part of this first impression.

If you are wondering what to wear to an interview, the most important thing to keep in mind is that you should look professional and polished regardless of the type of job you are seeking. While your interview attire depends on the job you are applying for no matter what the position you should come neat, tidy and well dressed.
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