On-Campus Interviewing
How to register for On-Campus Interviewing (USD Students & Alumni)
Each semester USD Career Services hosts on-campus interviews as well as presentations by employers and graduate/professional school recruiters.
On-Campus Interviewing offers current USD seniors, graduate students, and recent alumni the opportunity to interview with a variety of organizations. See a sampling of employers who participate in On-Campus Interviewing at USD.
Employers typically interview for entry-level positions. Some organizations will also interview sophomores and juniors for internship and summer positions. Accessing On-Campus Interviewing requires registration through ToreroLink, Career Services' online recruiting system. The information below offers guidance on registering through ToreroLink and taking part in On-Campus Interviewing and employer presentations.
Assistance with On-Campus Interviewing
To assist students with On-Campus Interviewing, Career Services offers workshops, individualized assistance, and instructional handouts.
- Workshops on Resume Building and Interviewing.
- Individualized Assistance with On-Campus Interviewing. Call or visit Career Services.
- Step-By-Step Instructions for registering and participating in OCI.. Instructional handouts are also available in Hughes 110.
- Mock interviews. Schedule an appointment with a career counselor for a practice session.
Where to go to participate in On-Campus Interviews
All interviews are held in Hughes110. Scheduling for interviews takes place online through ToreroLink. Once you receive an employer invitation to interview, you will have access to scheduling options. Check for online sign-up dates. Prior to your interview, check your e-mail regularly for updates from our office and employers. On the day of your interview, come to Hughes 110 and check in at the front desk.
Advice from recent recruiters
Recruiters frequently comment on preparation matters. They note that students who have practiced interviewing and reviewed their resume with a career counselor do quite well in the actual interviewing situation. Here is some advice from recent recruiters:
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Research the company with which you will be interviewing by visit their websites and attending on-campus employer presentations.
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Ask questions about the company and the position for which you are applying. Investigate the industry in which an organization operates, and be ready to use this information to talk about industry trends with the interviewer.
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Present yourself as a professional: dress conservatively and arrive about 10 minutes prior to your interview. Please note that Career Services has a "Dress for Success" binder in Hughes 110.
Interview attire
- Visit this site to view appropriate interview attire. Please schedule with a career counselor if you have any questions or concerns regarding professional dress.
Additional information you need to prepare for interviews
- Please review the following handouts prior to your interview. This information pertains to on-campus interviews as well as interviews that may occur at organization sites. Hard copies are also available in Hughes 110.
Effective Interviewing
Behavioral Interviewing
Telephone Interviewing
Employment Interview Questions
Second (On-Site) Interviewing
