Student Workshop (Spring 2025): Job Hunting and Interview Skills

On April 17, 2025, the Department of English and Humanities at ULAB held its student workshop titled “Job Hunting and Interview Skills”, led by Assistant Professor, DEH, Ms. Nadia Rahman. The session was organized for students from ENG 4208, ENG 4298, and ENG 4299, along with MA students, and offered practical advice on how they could start exploring their career paths after graduation.

The workshop began with a focus on the topic of job hunting. To break the ice, Ms. Rahman asked students to call out words they associated with jobs, which encouraged them to reflect on their own experiences and perceptions. Based on these responses, she guided students to think about their individual strengths and unique qualities they could bring to a workplace. She stressed the importance of having a clear idea of the field or sector they would like to work in, but also being receptive to different opportunities. Ms. Rahman advised students on how to initiate a job search, build professional networks, and navigate the application process. This segment concluded with a curated list of job search resources that students could explore.

The latter half of the workshop shifted to interview skills. Students were once again encouraged to reflect on any previous interview experiences they had, focusing on what techniques worked, and what could have been improved. Ms. Rahman highlighted the importance of understanding the purpose of an interview and preparing for it accordingly. She shared helpful strategies on how to prepare for an interview and to make a strong impression during the interview itself. Common interview mistakes were also discussed, along with advice on how to avoid them.

The session concluded with a brief Q/A segment.

Report by Marifa Khan (211013012)