On-Campus Interviewing

Connecting Students & Employers

On-campus interviewing gives you the chance to take the next step in your job search by connecting directly with employers. Each year, companies from various industries visit Sam Houston State University to interview students and alumni for full-time and internship opportunities. Interviews may be held in-person or virtually, most often during the fall and spring semesters.

These interviews are not practice sessions—they are real opportunities to land a job or internship.

How to Participate:

To take part in campus interviews you must:

  • Be a current or graduated SHSU student.
  • Meet employer qualifications, such as GPA, major, and graduation date.
  • Reserve an interview space with our office in advance.

Before the Interview

  • Prepare thoroughly: Reflect on your skills, strengths, and experiences.
  • Schedule a mock interview or meet with a career coach.
  • Research each employer beforehand.
  • Create thoughtful questions about the company’s goals, work culture, or training.
  • Attend employer info sessions to learn more and make a strong impression.

Day of the Interview

Whether virtual or in-person, here’s what you need to do:

  • Arrive 10–15 minutes early.
  • Check in at the Career Success Center front desk.
  • Bring extra copies of your resume and unofficial transcript.
  • Dress professionally.

For virtual interviews:

  • Test your technology (Wi-Fi, camera, audio) well in advance.
  • Set up a clean, professional background.
  • Dress as if you were meeting in person.

After the Interview

  • Understand how and when the employer will follow up.
  • Send a thank-you email within 24–48 hours.
  • Notify the Career Success Center if you receive a job offer. (We want to congratulate you!)
  • If you accept an offer, you must withdraw from all other campus interviews.

Maintaining professional and ethical conduct ensures continued access to employer opportunities.

Cancellation & No-Show Policy

Interview slots are limited—please be respectful of other students’ opportunities.

  • Cancel at least 2 working days before your interview.
  • After the sign-up deadline, cancel by calling (936) 294-4454, visiting the Career Success Center, or emailing our office.
  • A Late Cancellation is any cancellation made the day before or the day of the interview.
  • A No-Show is failing to attend your scheduled interview without notifying us.

If you miss or cancel late, you’ll lose interview privileges until you:

  1. Write a Letter of Explanation to the employer.

  2. Submit a copy of the letter to the Career Success Center.