Preperation
What is the formal letter that is included as part of your portfolio when applying for a job?
cover letter
True or False: Your hair should be wet since you just took a shower to get ready.
False.
Tell me a little about yourself.
Not acceptable answers: Anything unrelated to your education/training or the company and position you are interviewing for.
When should you arrive to your scheduled interview?
5-10 minutes early
What is the document that lists your personal information, past work experience, and other qualifications? You include this document in your portfolio when applying for a job.
Resume
True or False: There is no way to prepare for an interview since you have no idea what questions you will be asked.
FALSE!
True or False: Nice jeans are acceptable to wear to most interviews, as long as they aren't too faded or have visible rips and holes.
False!
Why are you applying for this internship?
Unacceptable Answer: Because my mom made me.
What should you have with you upon arrival to your interview?
Cover Letter, Resume, References
What should be at the top of a resume?
Your name, address, phone number and e-mail
How do you find out where you need to go for the interview?
Research the company, if it's not clear, call and ask.
Name at least 2 things you should avoid wearing too much of to the interview
Jewelry, perfume/cologne, makeup
What are your Strength's and Weaknesses?
Unacceptable answer: Anything related to how much you can or cannot lift.
What should you leave in your car?
Cell Phone
Name 3 sections of a resume
Education, Work Experience, Skills, Volunteer Experience
What should you do before the interview in order to answer interview questions appropriately?
Research!! Look at the company website, know their mission, know their product, know why you would be a good fit there!
True or False: You should wear a suit to a professional interview.
True!
Once the interview is complete, you should.
Thank the interviewer for their time, shake hands and send a thank you note as soon as you get home.
When greeting the receptionist, you should:
Introduce yourself, smile, be friendly.
True or False: Your cover letter is a general summary of all your education and experience.
FALSE! Your cover letter should be tailored to the position you are applying for.
How should you dress for this particular interview?
Find our through pictures on the company website or ask!!
When in doubt, dress is business attire.
True or False: Your gold sandals would be perfect footwear for your interview.
False!!! Wear close toed shoes!
You interviewed 2 weeks ago and haven't heard back, what should you do?
Follow up with a phone call and e-mail checking in on the status of the position
When meeting the interviewer you should:
Introduce yourself, offer a handshake, make eye contact, smile, be friendly.
How often should you update your resume and cover letter?
Resume: whenever there is a change (you moved, graduated, started or ended a job or internship, etc.)
Cover letter: should be tweaked for each position you are applying to