What to wear for interviews

[josh81883]

Well, I've got my first interview scheduled at East Carolina on 9/21. Anybody who's interviewed in the past have any suggestions on what to wear? Suit? Dress shirt and slacks with or without tie? Khakis?

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[aparecida]

Before anyone else gets the chance to flame you, I'll say it: wear a suit. A dark one. Yes, you need to buy one if you don't own one.

 

[YzIa]

Before anyone else gets the chance to flame you, I'll say it: wear a suit. A dark one. Yes, you need to buy one if you don't own one.

I am truly amazed that all pre-med advisor's don't drill this into the head of every male applicant. There are no exceptions, everyone is expected to wear a suit to interviews. Bummer huh.

OP - you need to get one asap, it will be hard to get it tailored by the 21st, (also necessary, unless you amazingly have a perfect fit)

 

[DGhiker]

Definitely a suit. For your own sake, please don't show up there in khakis and a button down!

 

[RaistlinMajere]

You should wear a suit and tie. It shows that you are a professional and understand the game.

 

[BobA]

Suit

 

[Pinkertinkle]

Dress shirt with slacks, no tie please, too hot.

 

[Howard Roark]

dark suit

 

[stinkycheese]

I think interview clothing is an excellent way to show your individuality. I am going to say "screw the suit!" Wear something fun, like a bright button-down shirt with suspenders (in a different color of course), a bowtie, and some funky plaid pants. Top it off with some neat retro sneakers, hair gel, and some fun accessories, and your interviewers will be mad impressed by your fashion skillzzzz.

 

[constructor]

Dress shirt with slacks, no tie please, too hot.

are you serious?

 

[stinkycheese]

are you serious?

Pinkertinkle is one of the most serious posters on this board. She is never, ever, ever sarcastic. Never. Ever.

 

[constructor]

it's nice to know i'm not the only one using SDN for my own amusement...

 

[dshnay]

Wear a suit, and whatever you do, do not wear a cheap suit, they stand out.
In addition, wear a tie you want to look professional.

 

[jimmysmith]

I have to say, I know it's the right thing to do, but the whole suit and tie getup is so damn stupid. I mean, how the hell did a bib ever become a sign of professionalism and authority?!

 

[Medikit]

Anything wrong with a red tie?

 

[aparecida]

I have to say, I know it's the right thing to do, but the whole suit and tie getup is so damn stupid. I mean, how the hell did a bib ever become a sign of professionalism and authority?!

They're *ahem* pointers.

 

[dshnay]

Anything wrong with a red tie?

Nope, as long as you can match it.