Company Research
Where can you find a company’s mission statement?
On their website, typically under the "About Us" or "Our Mission" section.
What is the ideal length of a resume for a college student or recent grad?
1 page
What is the most common first-round interview format?
What is the most common first-round interview format?
What type of posts can hurt your job search?
Negative comments about employers, offensive content, inappropriate photos.
What website can you use to research salary ranges for a job?
Glassdoor, Payscale, or LinkedIn Salary.
What online tool provides employee reviews and salary insights?
Glassdoor
What section of LinkedIn is most important for recruiters scanning profiles?
What is the STAR method, and when should you use it?
What is the STAR method, and when should you use it?
Why should you Google yourself before applying for jobs?
Employers may check your online presence, so it’s important to know what they will see.
What is a common mistake when negotiating salary?
Accepting the first offer without researching or negotiating.
What tool allows you to see a company’s financial performance and industry rankings?
Business research databases like Hoovers, Business Source Complete, or company annual reports.
What is one major red flag that can get your resume rejected?
Spelling errors, etc
Why is it important to ask the interviewer a question at the end?
It shows engagement and interest in the company.
What’s one way hiring managers check your online presence?
By Googling your name or reviewing your LinkedIn and other social media profiles.
Besides salary, name two other things you can negotiate in a job offer.
Remote work, signing bonus, vacation days, professional development funds.
What does a company’s SWOT analysis reveal? And how can this help in your job search?
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. This insight allows you to tailor your interview responses, ask informed questions, and assess job stability before accepting an offer.
What is one strong action verb you should use in a resume bullet point?
Led, implemented, developed, designed, optimized, etc.
If an interviewer asks, "Tell me about yourself," what should you focus on?
A brief summary of your background, skills, and career goals.
If a recruiter finds a questionable post from your past, what should you do?*
Address it professionally, acknowledge any mistakes, and remove the post if needed.
What should you say if asked about salary expectations early in the hiring process?
I’d like to learn more about the role first, but based on my research, I expect a range of X to Y.
What research tool provides company profiles, financials, and industry reports?
VBIC (Virtual Business Information Center).
What’s one LinkedIn feature that can help you find job opportunities?
The "Open to Work" feature or job alerts.
How should you answer the question, "What is your biggest weakness?"
Be honest but frame it as a growth opportunity or talk about how you're working to overcome that weakness
What is a "digital footprint" and why does it matter?
Your digital footprint is everything about you online, which employers may check before hiring.
If a company offers a salary lower than expected, what should you do?
Politely ask if there is room for negotiation and highlight your value.