This startup that I applied to (well, they contacted me through AngelList) for an internship has decided to fly me out for a technical interview after two phone interviews (one with recruiter, and one with the person that would be my boss). This is my first time ever being flown out for an interview, and I'm a little scared. I feel a lot of pressure to do well with them fronting the cost of the flight and accommodations. Any advice related to this sort of thing?
Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
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Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#2They obviously have some interest to fly you out, so relax and do the interview and be courteous and all that. But don't worry an iota about their expense: it's part of their budget.
Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#3They obviously have some interest to fly you out, so relax and do the interview and be courteous and all that. But don't worry an iota about their expense: it's part of their budget.
Thanks. :)
Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#4A startup that has the money to deal with recruiters and fly candidates out for interviews? That's pretty interesting.
Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#5A startup that has the money to deal with recruiters and fly candidates out for interviews? That's pretty interesting.
Well, they call themselves a startup. I guess it depends on what you consider a "startup."
Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#6They obviously have some interest to fly you out, so relax and do the interview and be courteous and all that. But don't worry an iota about their expense: it's part of their budget.
Seconding this. You'll only be doing yourself a disservice if you're stressed/anxious/tense. Just make sure to sleep and eat well, and maybe iron your clothes if necessary.
Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#7They obviously have some interest to fly you out, so relax and do the interview and be courteous and all that. But don't worry an iota about their expense: it's part of their budget.
+1. They budget for these things and usually it's one of, if not the last, steps in the hiring process. Almost every time I've flown out for an interview, the offer came soon thereafter. They wouldn't be spending money on you if they didn't think there was a good shot at a fit, so as others have said, RELAX. Be at ease - they obviously are serious enough to spend maybe $1k on getting you out and back (hotel, flight, time with personnel in the office, etc.) so while you may not have it totally in the bag, I'd say if you don't fuck it up, you're almost there :) Just come prepared, know your shit, and you'll do fine!
Premature though it is, CONGRATS ON THE NEW JOB! :)
Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#8When you fly in negotiations you need to be aware of time. It may be that they sit down and talk about everything except compensation. By leaving it until the end they are putting pressure on you to accept. I suggest you relax and let them play out the negotiations as they see fit. Don't pay attention to time.
Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#9Consider it a short vacation. Maybe bring a couple bucks to tip if you are getting some free service like bellhop or limo.
Re: Being flown out for technical interview. Advice?
#10Make sure you're rested for the interview - beware jetlag. Good luck!