How to Dress for an Industrial Job Interview

Dressing for success is important when interviewing for a new position. It can be challenging to know what to wear, especially if you are interviewing for a job in manufacturing, construction, or any type of industrial position. Check out these quick tips on dressing for your next industrial job interview!

Do Your Research

Do your research on the company you are interviewing with to give you clues about what to wear. In general, you should aim to be one level more professional than the business’ normal dress code. So, look at the company website, and social media pages, and ask around to see what an average employee would normally wear. For example, if employees normally wear t-shirts and jeans, go for a clean pair of dark wash jeans and a collared shirt or blouse for your interview.

Know the Position

Knowing the position is just as important as knowing the company. Industrial companies in manufacturing or construction often have several different types of jobs available. You may be interviewing for a clerical or management position. In these cases, you would want to dress more professionally with possibly slacks or a skirt.

Put Your Best Foot Forward

When going into any interview, you want to put your absolute best foot forward. Make sure you are showered, clean, and well-groomed. You also need to be wearing clean clothes without stains or rips and avoid too much perfume or cologne as this may be off-putting to a future employer.

Keep it Simple

Do not wear any clothing with words, logos, or anything too distracting. This includes covering up any loud tattoos and avoiding too much jewelry. Simple is best when dressing for an interview. You want to make sure you are the main focus of the interview, not what you are wearing.

Ask Your Staffing Specialist

Finally, if you have questions about what to wear to an interview, call your Staffing Specialist. They often will know the best protocol for the specific job and company you are interviewing for and are happy to help you on your way to employment success.

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