5 Part Interview
When should you arrive at an interview
5-15 minutes early
What should you use to fill out an application form
blue or black ink only
What is the purpose of a resume
tell your qualifications in writing and sell your abilities
How should you dress for an interview?
Varies. Should be things like neat and clean, pressed/ironed shirt and pants, nice shoes (no tennis shoes), dress to impress
What should you do when you meet your interviewer
look straight in their eyes, shake hands firmly, introduce yourself, smile, wait until you are offered a seat
What should you do if you come across a box that you do not have an answer for
ie: college experience
fill it in with N/A, never leave a box blank or they may think you missed it and were not thorough
What should you include with your resume
cover letter (Mr. Dixon will go over this with you)
True or False...you should look around the office of the person interviewing you during the interview to see what he/she is like.
FALSE...always look right at the person interviewing you while he/she is talking to you.
What is the purpose of an interview
tell about your strengths, skills, education and work experience
What should be included on a complete address section
1. street address
2. city
3 state
4 zip code
True or False...you should list jobs you've been fired from on your resume.
FALSE
True or False...polished shoes, well groomed fingernails (clean and cut neatly), and well-combed hair may affect whether you get the job or not.
TRUE...employers want people who represent themselves well to represent their company
What should you bring with you to an interview?
resume
notepad and pen
questions to ask
what should you include under job experience if you don't have much work experience
include short term and volunteer jobs, things you've done at school (for instance helped out with Market Day)
What order should you list your work experience
chronological from most recent to oldest
What should you do to follow up after the interview
write a thank you letter
call a week after to see if a decision has been made
who should you not list as references
relatives, classmates, personal friends
What should you list under your education
classes and activities that emphasize your experience and skills