Types of Interviews

Here's an idea of what different interviews you may encounter on your way to the top. The source that these are from, which is an OPE(?) source, only has three listed. (This was also given to me from Idonas). I think this is more geared towards people trying to get a job on a College campus, but it can still be translated into other fields as well.

Conference Interviews
Initial interview(s) which are used to screen. The goal is to get an offer to come to the campus (business). The interview usually lasts around 30 minutes and will take place at a small table (or room), with 1-2 representatives from the school. Could be in a large ballroom with up to 100 tables in one section, where other interviews are also being conducted just a few feet away.

Telephone Interviews
May proceed, replace, or follow-up a conference interview. This may be a conference call with 3-5 staff members from the office in which you hope to work. These can be as short as 20 minutes or over an hour depending on the search process.

Campus Interviews
Can last all day. You may be getting evaluated during meals and travel to/from the airport/bus/train. The process will usually consist of a series of interviews with different individuals or groups throughout the day. Students, staff and people from other offices may interview you. You may be asked to make a presentation. (If the interview is out-of-town, you want to arrange to arrive a day early or stay an extra day if possible to get a chance to explore the area and campus.)

One type not mentioned in this source is a Group Interview. Same concept as the Conference Interview, except a group of people will be interviewed for the same position, at the same time, by the same people as you.

Each type of interview is a little different, but requires similar preparation.

Be well organized and be prepared to sell yourself and your skills. Be confident in what you know and make sure that it shows. It's very difficult to stand out from the crowd and selling your best assets is one of the ways to make your possible future employer notice you.