Preparing for interviews can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve never had the chance to practice in a real-world setting. This interactive Mock Speed Interviewing Night is designed to help students and early-career job seekers build confidence, sharpen communication skills, and better understand what employers are really looking for.

Hosted in partnership with the Agawam Public Library and the Employers Association of the NorthEast (EANE), this program offers a supportive, low-pressure environment where participants will rotate through short mock interviews and networking conversations with experienced HR professionals and hiring managers.

EANE members are employers and HR professionals from industries and organizations of all sizes across the Northeast, ranging from small local businesses to larger regional employers. Many of these professionals regularly hire, interview, onboard, and support employees as part of their day-to-day roles. For this program, EANE member volunteers will participate as mock interviewers and conversation partners, sharing real-world insight, encouragement, and practical feedback based on current hiring practices.

Throughout the evening, participants will:

• Practice answering common interview questions
• Receive immediate, constructive feedback by HR Professionals from local businesses that are EANE members
• Learn how employers evaluate communication, professionalism, and first impressions
• Gain insight into how interview skills transfer across industries and career paths

The evening will begin with a brief overview of today’s workforce and interview expectations, followed by guided speed interviewing sessions and a group wrap-up discussion. Attendees will also receive a take-home checklist with practical interview tips they can use right away.

This program is ideal for high school students, college students, and young adults preparing for their first job, internship, or career move. No prior interview experience is required.

Please register for this program through the Agawam Public Library’s website or by calling the library at 413-789-1550, as space is limited.