Big Interview

We are pleased to offer you a free training system that features a new and innovative way to help you prepare more effectively for a job interview. Big Interview is an online system that combines training AND video-based practice to help improve your interview technique and build your confidence. You have at your disposal a variety of tools including:

  • Challenging, virtual mock interviews for all experience levels and dozens of industries
  • A database of thousands of interview questions with tips on how to answer them
  • The ability to rate and share your interview answers for feedback
  • A comprehensive video training curriculum covering all aspects of landing a job
  • A step-by-step interview Answer Builder for crafting answers to behavioral questions

How to Register - Current Students

STEP 1: Go to https://mailman.biginterview.com and click "Register". 

STEP 2: Complete registration process—enter your @cumc.columbia.edu in the “Organization Confirmation Email” and enter the rest of the information, then click “Create My Account”

STEP 3: You'll then receive a confirmation email at your SCHOOL email address. Click "Verify" in the email, and you'll be able to start using Big Interview.

How to Register - Alumni

You must have a free Columbia alumni email address (@caa.columbia.edu) in order to register for this resource. If you are an alum and do not have a Columbia email address, click here to learn more about Alumni email access.

STEP 1: Go to https://mailman.biginterview.com and click "Register".

STEP 2: Complete registration process—enter your @caa.columbia.edu in the “Organization Confirmation Email” and enter the rest of the information, then click “Create My Account”

STEP 3: You'll then receive a confirmation email at your ALUMNI email address. Click "Verify" in the email, and you'll be able to start using Big Interview.