Think of the screening interview as the "give me a reason to reject you as a potential candidate" interview. The person doing the screening is trying to screen you out before they invite you to an employment interview. This type of interview is often conducted over the telephone. Screening interviewers will ask specific questions: To see if you lack certain skills or minimum qualifications for the job To see if your answers are consistent with your resume To see if you can communicate effectively Tip: Tape your resume on a wall for easy access in the event you are called by a screening interviewer. How to respond to screening interview calls: Be pleasant Listen carefully to the question Clarify any ambiguous question before answering Answer

all questions as briefly and professionally as possible Show genuine interest in the position