Dress for the Interview
A professional suit should this color.
Black, blue or another dark color
Your voicemail should not include this.
Inappropriate language or music
When the interview begins.
As soon as you contact the organization and every time thereafter.
Candidates who do this AFTER the interview "stand out” from others.
Send a note thanking the interviewer(s).
You don't know the answer to an interview question.
Take a deep breath, or a sip of water, while you think, and if necessary offer to get back to the interviewer and make sure you do.
Photo ID, portfolio, pen, extra copies of resume and cover letter.
Items you should bring to a job interview.
Must be well polished, closed toed, compliment the suit and be less than 1-2 inches high.
Shoes
Do this to prepare answers to interview questions, develop your own questions and increase confidence.
Research the organization you are interviewing with.
A ballpark figure given your related experience, educational level and marletplace.
Salary
When thank you communication should be sent.
Same day as the interview.
When you enter a room for an interview you should do this.
Greet the interviewer(s), state your name, smile, make eye contact and give a firm handshake.
An incredible free resource offered by nearly every college and university that helps prepare students for internships and jobs.
Career Services Department.
The color socks should be.
Same color as the suit.
How early should you arrive to an interview.
10-15 minutes
What are some things you shouldn't do in the waiting room?
be dismissive of the receptionist, smoke, eat, use your phone, apply make-up, or read materials of poor taste
Almost a week since your interview, the interviewer promised to be in touch, do this to get an update.
Call or email your contact at the organization, politely check in and ask if there is an update, feedback to share or additional information you can provide at this time.
Time it takes for a potential employer to develop a perception of the applicant.
12 seconds!
An important part of being able to think on your feet during an interview.
A good night's sleep.
The length of a dress or skirt should be.
No more than 2 inches above the knee.
The most important thing to do before an interview is...
Practice responding out loud to possible interview questions.
Give an appropriate answer to the following interview question. "Tell me a little about yourself."
answer will vary according to job and individual (classmates can decide if the answer is acceptable)
Things you may have learned during the interview process.
To remove the tags from your new suit, focus on questions when they are asked rather preparing your response, felting more confident because you worked hard to prepare!
A four year degree is required for these growing career fields.
Education, accounting, auditor, healthcare, technology and construction.
Important to check frequently and respond promptly during a job search.
Email, voicemail and text messages.
How to decide between wearing a suit or business casual clothing.
Depends on the job and organizational culture.
What to know before the day of your interview.
How long it will take to get there, how employees dress, what the workplace culture its like, what information the organization's website and other informational literature provides.
Questions an interviewer generally cannot not ask. (If necessary respond by asking, how does this information relate to the job?)
Marital status, age, race, religion, nationality, if you plan to have children, gender identity/expression, military service and genetic information.
Prepare in advance and use as the interview is drawing to a close.
Well thought out questions regarding the job and organization to demonstrate your interest and value.
Best way to gain experience in your field of interest.
Co-ops, externships (job shadowing), internships, projects, research, leadership training, service learning, student organizations and study abroad opportunities.
Best way to avoid interview day jitters.
Prepare, practice and research the organization and job as well as the connection both have to your personal professional goals, skills, education and experience.