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The interview is the most crucial step in securing your dream job. From preparation to follow-up, each stage is vital: answering questions confidently, asking insightful questions, sending a thoughtful thank-you note, and negotiating the offer all play a part in your success. CPD provides resources like Big Interview to help you excel at each stage of the interview process, ensuring you have the skills to stand out and secure the position you want.

Watch this workshop recording to learn interview best practices.
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Getting Started

  1. Go to the: Big Interview Link: https://wgu.biginterview.com/  
  1. Login with your WGU Credentials 
  1. Need extra assistance? Use this helpful Student Guide to gain deeper understanding of how to best utilize and maximize the Big Interview Tool
Watch this short video for a demonstration of how to get the most out of Big Interview.

Featured Articles

How to Ask About Salary When It’s Not Published: During and After the Interview

Ever come across a job posting that gets you excited but leaves out one crucial detail—the salary? It can feel awkward to bring up money, especially when you’re trying to make a great impression. But the reality is, knowing the …

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Returning to the Workforce? Be Prepared to Talk About Your Employment Gap

There are many reasons for someone to step away from the workforce, from health challenges to family obligations to traveling the world. No matter the reason, ‘life’ takes precedence sometimes. Getting back into the world of work, though, can be …

By Jill Rand
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How to Nail a Phone Interview – 6 Essential Tips!

Learn these 6 essential tips to nail a phone interview

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Career Resources

Emotional Intelligence and Career Readiness

Stand out to top employers by mastering Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and the NACE Career Competencies. These essential skills are the …

Saying “Thank You”

After an interview, it’s important to promptly (within 2 business days) send a thank-you letter to the …

The STAR interview method is a technique that helps candidates prepare for interview questions that determine whether they will be …

Dress for Success

Did you know that hiring decisions can be made within the first few minutes of your interview? …

Step 1: Confirming the Interview

First impressions count! The way you interact with recruiters and hiring managers is just as …

Whiteboard interviews are a common part of technical interviews, especially for software engineering and data science roles. These interviews test …

Contact & Location

Phone
801-274-3280
Address

4001 S 700 East, #700
Salt Lake City, UT 84107

Career Service Hours

Monday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Tuesday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Wednesday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Thursday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Friday 6:00 am - 7:00 pm MST
Saturday by appointment only
Sunday by appointment only

Office hours nationwide are 6am MST to 7pm MST.  Appointment and drop-in hours are available on weekends. Please reach out to careers@wgu.edu for assistance at any time.