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Resume
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Reflection Questions Part 1
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How long will the interview last?
No longer than 20 minutes.
100
What belongs at the top of your resume?
Your name and contact information (how to reach you).
100
What must you provide for this portion of the interview?
Students must have some form of visual aid, representing their high school journey or career path.
100
What advice would you give to incoming freshmen?
Examples: This is a great question to discuss what "mistakes" you might have made and what you have learned from the outcome.
100
How do you define success?
Example: This is very subjective. One person's definition of success may not look like another person's. Be honest, and again, relate your definition to the success you have had in high school and how you will apply it to your future. This is also a great time to explain your plan for the future and your life goals, and how you plan to obtain them.
200
How many community service hours do you need and from what type?
You must have 30 hours of community service from a Non-Profit organization.
200
What information goes in the objective category?
What are your plans following graduation (goals).
200
What things can you elaborate on to describe how your education contributed to who you are today?
Classes, skills and training you have or have taken part of that have helped shaped you as an individual.
200
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Example: Be honest. When discussing these, elaborate how both have helped shape the person you are today, and what strategies you have or will be taking to break those bad habits.
200
Describe your most meaningful achievement.
Example: This is your time to brag. Talk about your achievement and what it meant to you.
300
What attire is appropriate for the interview?
Examples: Dress pants, khakis, slacks, skirt, dress, collared shirt, blouse, sweater.
300
What are some keywords you could list under skills and qualifications?
Examples: Active listener, able to negotiate/resolve differences, collaborative, works well with others, resourceful, critical thinking skills, attentive to detail, effective project management, punctual, (language) fluency, adaptability, strong work ethic, creativity, self-confidence, automotive repair, etc.
300
What are examples of activities you have participated in that have contributed to your growth and preparation for your future?
Clubs, sports, church, search and rescue, work, volunteer work etc. are good examples of different activities.
300
Reflecting upon your community outreach, what did you learn about yourself and your role within your community?
Example: Talk about your community service experience. Even if you didn't enjoy it, tell the panel why and relate it back to how it helped you figure out the things you don't want to do as a career, and if you learned any strengths or weaknesses from the experience.
300
What was your favorite part of high school, and do you see a relationship with that positive experience and your career path?
Example: Discuss how high school has helped you figure out what path you would like to take once you graduate.
400
When you enter the room and introduce yourself, what is the first thing you should you do?
Shake hands. Remember to make eye contact and have a moderate grip, and smile.
400
Under what category would you list past or current volunteer or paid employment, as well as any clubs or organizations you have participated in that involve leadership and community service?
The Experience category.
400
What should you discuss regarding your life after high school?
Talk about your career goals and the steps that will help take you there.
400
Discuss a person who has had a significant influence on you and please elaborate why?
Example: Talk about someone from school or at home that has helped you develop as a person, and support that with details/examples. It would even be okay if you used someone as an example of what not to do. But try and stay positive.
400
Describe your ideal job.
Example: This question is subjective. Give the panel a glimpse at what your dream job looks like. What are responsibilities? What daily tasks do you perform? What does the career revolve around?
500
You need to bring three copies of what to your interview?
Three copies of your resume.
500
What information would you list under Activities /Awards?
List awards/recognition you have received as well as sports and/or clubs in which you participate.
500
When sharing your career goals, what do you need to make sure you address?
Talk about continuing education plans, training and degrees, as well as potential cost, tuition and scholarships.
500
Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development.
Example: A good experience or a bad experience-- both have had an impact on you. If you choose to use the negative experience, explain how it might have negatively impacted you, and how you have overcome it, and turned the situation for the better. This is all about displaying and conveying how you have progressed as a student and a human being.
500
What would your teachers say about you?
Example: Be honest here. It's easy to think about all the negative comments people may have to say about you, but look past those comments, and find the good. You can mention things that have been a problem in the past, but go into depth regarding the positive aspects of your character/personality.