One Tepa
What is 12 weeks
Recruiters typically spend around 30–60 seconds reviewing every resume.
If false, what is the more accurate estimate?
What is 6–10 seconds during the initial scan
You're interested in a company, but they don't have any openings posted for your major.
Should you still stop by their booth? Why or why not?
What is yes! You can learn about future opportunities, build a connection, ask about related roles, and make a positive impression before positions open.
A job posting says:
"Must be able to work cross-functionally."
What does that mean?
What is working with people from different departments toward a shared goal.
An interviewer says, "Tell me about yourself."
How would you structure your response? What information should you include and what should you avoid?
What is include your education, relevant experience, skills, and why you're interested in the role. Avoid overly sharing your entire life story.
Tepa is proudly owned by the __________ Band of Nomlaki Indians.
What is Paskenta
The goal of a resume is not to get you a job, it is to get you an __________.
What is Interview
After a great conversation at the career fair, the recruiter encourages you to apply online.
What should you do after submitting your application?
What is follow up with the recruiter, let them know you've applied, thank them for speaking with you, and reiterate your interest in the position.
What is an "action item"?
What is a specific task assigned after a meeting.
You're extremely nervous and accidentally stumble over one of your answers.
What should you do next?
What is take a breath, briefly acknowledge it if needed, and continue confidently rather than apologizing repeatedly.
A client hires Tepa to modernize a military installation. The project requires engineers, environmental scientists, accountants, safety, and GIS specialists.
Which Tepa philosophy does this demonstrate, and why?
What is One Tepa, different teams working together to solve one client's challenge.
Besides GPA, name three things recruiters commonly evaluate when reviewing candidates.
What is:
You're standing in line waiting to speak with a recruiter.
What should you be doing while you wait? Name at least three things.
What is:
Possible answers:
What is "per diem"?
What is a daily allowance to help cover travel expenses like meals and lodging while working away from home.
You are asked a technical question and do not know the answer.
What should you do?
What is be honest, explain what you do know, talk through how you would approach the problem, and describe where you would look for additional information.
A student says, "I'm a Communications major, so I don't think Tepa has opportunities for me."
Name at least three career paths or departments they could explore.
What is: Marketing, recruiting, HR, proposals, Etc.
Why do recruiters ask behavioral questions like, "Tell me about a time you faced a challenge," instead of only asking technical questions?
What is behavioral questions help recruiters understand how you communicate, solve problems, work with others, and learn from experiences. It helps us find the correct culture fit for the team.
You notice a company isn't busy at all.
Another company has a line of 30 students.
Which booth should you visit first, and why?
What is usually the booth without the line. You can have a longer conversation, then return to the popular booth later if time allows.
Your manager says,
"Before you start this project, make sure you review the SOP."
What are they asking you to do?
What is review the documented process or instructions before beginning the work.
The interviewer asks: "Tell me about a time you had a conflict with a teammate."
What interview method should you use to answer, and why?
What is use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) or EAR method (Example, Action, Result) to provide a clear, organized example.
A client hires Tepa to build a new facility on a military installation.
Besides construction, what other departments might support the project?
What is Accounting/Finance, Environmental, industrial, Technology, Talent management and more
True or False:
"AI automatically rejects most resumes before a recruiter ever sees them."
If false, explain.
What is some large companies use applicant tracking systems (ATS) and AI tools to help organize, rank, or identify resumes based on qualifications because they receive thousands of applications. However, recruiters still review resumes before making hiring decisions in many cases. Smaller and mid-sized companies often receive fewer applications and may rely primarily on recruiters to review resumes rather than using AI to automatically reject candidates.
At the career fair, a friend says:
"I'm only talking to the biggest companies because they'll look better on my resume."
Is this true or false? If false, how would you respond?
What is company size doesn't determine the value of an internship. Recruiters care more about what you accomplished, the skills you developed, and the impact you made. Smaller companies often provide broader responsibilities, direct access to leadership, and hands-on experience that can be just as valuable or even more valuable than a role at a well-known company. Smaller companies also may offer more advancement opportunities.
SME stands for ____ _____ _____.
What is subject matter expert.
You have two assignments due today. Your manager then gives you a third task and says it is urgent but completing it may delay the other assignments.
What should you do?
What is explain your current workload, confirm which task should take priority, discuss the possible impact on the other deadlines, and communicate with anyone affected.