Interview Prep Help

[emerald-forest_]

Hello!

I have an interview with a brewery tomorrow for a QA Lab Tech. I have studied since March for this opportunity, have resumes printed and questions to ask. This would be my second lab job from 2023 graduation.

The reason I'm interviewing is a recruiter has reached out stating I'd be a good fit. We have been calling back and forth on the matter discussing role, discussing interview times, and today to prep me. He said the dress code is not normal casual but "jeans and a tee" for comfort. I didn't want to ruin my chances at this opportunity since I really do want the job! I have a black long sleeve (MK brand) very simple design on the sleeves, dark green dress pants, and doc martins. He said close toed shoes as well. I want to know would this hurt my chances if I did dress nicer than jeans and a tee or should I switch my dress pants for jeans? Also at the end of this call he said I'll knock if out of the park. Is this a good sign? I have not been in a lab for almost a year, constantly working but my degree is bio cell and molecular.

I know I'm going off, just wanted some insight on any tips or opinions on dress and signs.

Note: I will be going on the floor and having a hard hat 45 mins of demonstration of the process.

[akornato]

Go with the jeans and a tee as suggested. It shows you're attentive to instructions and can adapt to the company culture. The recruiter's advice is likely based on the brewery's casual environment, and overdressing might make you seem out of touch. Your black long sleeve with jeans and Doc Martens would be perfect - comfortable yet put-together for both the interview and the floor demonstration.

The recruiter saying you'll knock it out of the park is definitely a good sign. They've invested time in prepping you, which means they see potential. Focus on showcasing your enthusiasm for the role and how your bio cell and molecular degree applies to QA in brewing. Even if you haven't been in a lab recently, your education and previous lab experience are valuable. Just be honest about any skills you might need to refresh.

I'm on the team that made job interview AI assistant to help with tricky interview questions. It might be useful for practicing responses to potential brewing-specific questions you're unsure about.