Here are basic guidelines on how to approach an interview
First impressions count - if you are lucky enough to be invited for a personal interview, use it to the best of your ability. Pay attention to grooming and clothes. Despite all that has been set about individuality and freedom, most companies prefer a fairly conservative look for their employees.
Your curriculum vitae provide a potential employer with a summary of your qualifications for a particular job. In short, your CV, accompanied by a letter is the starting point on the way to an interview.
HOW TO PREPARE A CURRICULUM VITAE
Know exactly the type of work you are looking for, then write a CV that fits the job description. Start with the most recent job.
a) Supply biographical details: name, birthdate, and marital status, etc.
b) Supply your addresses: the home and postal address, the relevant telephone numbers (cell phone number if available) and e-mail address.
c) Keep details about education simple.
d) Summarise your career experience.
CAREER EXPERIENCE
Give a short summary of your main experiences and accomplishments. The information should prove that your job objective is realistic. Always be honest. Do not use incorrect dates.
Include any in-house courses you have completed with past employers.
Remember that your CV is an advertisement. To complete the CV attach copies of your ID- document and driver’s license (if and when applicable).
There are many people and organisations who can offer you good advice. They know what the skils shortages are, and they will be able to direct you.