Employer Evaluation/Feedback: Questions and Competency Scale

In the following table, you will find a list of possible interview questions. At the top of the table is a response rating scale. Please use this scale throughout the
interview to assess the student’s competency and depth of their responses. If you choose to forgo the provided questions, please indicate your questions
(copy/paste new or delete any irrelevant questions). Please use the 5-point competency scale as well as qualitative comments to report the student’s
performance. Upon completion of the interview please kindly email your completed feedback to your student and CC me on the email (jmmill3@ilstu.edu).
Your feedback will help me to assess their overall grade for the interview experience.

Student Name: Kimberly Johnson

1 = Response 2 = Marginal response 3 = Adequate response 4 = Good response 5 = Superior response

not sufficient in this area; some in this area; no skills in this area; in this area; could
in this area; training would be extensive training above-average ability clearly exhibit their
response required to bring needed at this time is apparent response in actionable
needs response skills up to an circumstances
substantial acceptable standard
development
Tell me a little bit about Kimberly was very good
yourself, your major, and why at introducing herself,
you chose to study at Illinois her major. She shared
State. her reasons to study at
Illinois State that
showed her
personality.
What are your greatest Kimberly is good at
strengths? engaging others,
amongst other
strengths.
What traits or behaviors Kimberly explained that
might limit your success in experience could be a
limitation, but almost
this role?
countered that with
good ways on how she
could work past it.
What do you feel makes you This answer semi fed
more well-qualified than other into the above answer.
possible candidates?
Tell me about a time where you Talked about obstacle,
have encountered an obstacle.
What did you do to overcome
it?
What are you most passionate
about?
Describe how you might
manage working with a difficult
co-worker or client.
What is something that you are
doing/learning presently that is
contributing to your
professional development
(outside of required course
work)?
When you are faced with a
difficult decision, what is your
method of decision making?
Critical Incident Question: How
would you manage (enter a
challenge your industry or
organization is facing).
would have liked to
hear a more thorough
explanation of how she
overcame it.
Kimberly was good at
describing various
passions. You could
really relate to her as
she explained.
Kimberly described
how she would
evaluate the situation,
relate to what was
going on and do her
best to help. She didn’t
use the word
empathetic, but I would
use that word to
describe how she
would help sort
through a difficult client
or co-worker.
Her internship this
year. Learning from
relatives in fields.
Actively applying for
jobs to gain
interviewing
experience.
Could have described
the decision making a
bit more, but good
answer.
I think for someone
with entry-level
professional
experience, her answer
 was good. I liked that
she would do her
research and analyze
the situation.
Collaborate with others
as well to help solve
the problem.

Employer Perceptions

Student Communications

Email communications from the student were timely, informative, clear, concise, and professional. Yes

Further communications training is needed 1_____________________________________5 Communications meet workplace standards Yes 5

Student sent zoom invite (or established meeting modality of your choice) Y/N Yes

Student sent resume prior to the interview date Y/N Yes

Feedback on a particular communication behavior to hone/improve When communicating in an interview, watch filler words such as “like” or “um.”
Don’t be afraid to silently pause to reflect or get your words together.

Professional Materials

Overall perception of professional materials (Resume/LinkedIN if applicable)

Materials need attention 1___________________________________________5 Materials are ready for workforce interviews Yes 5

Student Preparedness

Overall perception of preparedness for interview (research of company/interviewer, answers demonstrate thoughtfulness in preparing outcome-
related narratives, student indicated questions or insight to your particular organization or job title)

Not Prepared 1______________________________________________________5 Extremely Prepared Yes 5

Student Professionalism

Overall perception of professionalism during interview (Professional dress, professional environment, language was suited for the conversation)

Emerging professionalism 1______________________________________________________5 Highly professional Yes 5

Qualitative Comments:

How You Excel Considerations for Growth

Kimberly isn’t shy when talking to others. I really like that. She’s not afraid to
communicate her thoughts and ask inquisitive questions. This will help her
grow when she does start her first job. She’s relatable seems like she would
connect well with others in her future role.
I think that Kimberly poises herself in a professional manner, but I would say
just be prepared for anything in the corporate world while interviewing.
Some companies or executives that you’re interviewing with, don’t get
trained on interviewing properly and ask the most off the wall or dull
questions. Be witty with your answers. I.E. What’s your greatest weakness?
Answer: No weaknesses, only opportunity for growth and learning in
different ways.

I would also say to stand tall and don’t let anyone doubt you because your
entry level. Continue to be confident in your abilities and show your
potential new employer that you’re a good candidate.