LinkedIn & Handshake Mastery
This platform is WMU’s official recruiting system for internships and jobs.
What is Handshake?
This is the key reason you should never use ChatGPT to create a resume word-for-word.
What is “because employers can detect AI-generated résumés and it removes your voice”?
This type of interview question asks you to describe what you did in a real situation.
What is a behavioral interview question?
The most universally safe dress code for accounting interviews.
What is business professional?
This type of accounting role investigates fraud, misconduct, and financial crime.
What is forensic accounting?
The part of your LinkedIn profile most recruiters read first.
What is the headline?
This section of your resume should be tailored for every internship you apply to.
What is the “skills” or “summary” section?
The acronym STAR is used to structure responses to behavioral questions. What does STAR mean?
What is (Situation, Task, Action, Result)?
This is one of the biggest mistakes students make at networking events.
What is not following up afterward?
This WMU program helps students build co-curricular skills and was discussed in Week 4.
What is SPuRS?
Adding this to your LinkedIn profile increases your visibility and trustworthiness for employers.
What is a professional headshot?
One thing you should always do after using ChatGPT to help brainstorm resume lines.
What is “edit to add your own voice and verify accuracy”?
One of the most important things to research before an interview
What is the company?
At professional dinners, this is always placed back on your plate between bites.
What is your fork and knife?
This is the most highly recognized credential in the accounting profession.
What is the CPA license?
The best way to connect with recruiters after attending a career event.
What is sending a personalized LinkedIn request?
The recommended length of a résumé for most ACTY 2000 students.
What is “one page”?
During interviews, students should highlight these two things beyond technical skills
What are soft skills and professionalism?
The most important etiquette rule when introducing yourself in professional settings.
What is offering a confident handshake and clear introduction?
These are four key experiences that help ACTY 2000 students build their resume, gain professional skills, and become competitive for the recruiting season.
What are business externships, leadership programs, internships, and part-time jobs?
This feature on Handshake creates tailored job and internship recommendations.
What is completing your career interests/preferences?
This is the biggest resume red flag that recruiters consistently warn students about.
What is “typos or formatting errors”?
This type of question at the end of an interview shows preparation and interest.
What is “thoughtful questions for the interviewer”?
This soft skill is essential for working on accounting teams.
What is communication?
These are the two registered student organizations sponsored by the WMU Accountancy Department that focus on career preparation and belonging in business.
What is NABA at WMU and Beta Alpha Psi?