Yeah - you are a SENIOR! A fabulous time in your life - trust me. Make the most of it.
You are getting ready to return to school. Packing all the essentials, spending time with family and friends...and counting down the days.
This fall, your school's career center will (hopefully) host companies interested in interviewing students for prospective roles.
How do you get past that first door?
Here are THREE critical tips...
1. This should go without saying, but for some reason it doesn't - look presentable. As you pack your things for school, include a suit/pants suit/tie, dress shoes, etc. When it comes time for the meeting, IRON. What does it tell your interviewer if you don't even take the time to iron your shirt before coming? Or have half your shirt hanging out? You'd be surprised, but this is how some people show up. Before one word comes out of your mouth, you will be crossed off the list. So get ready - literally!
3. Prepare PERTINENT answers. Check back here for a list of interview questions. Think about the answers. Do they apply to this particular company? Don't forget to think "WITFT" - What's in it for them. Why should they hire YOU. What do you bring to that organization that others do not. If you can convey this message, you will do yourself a service.
3. PRACTICE. Write out your answers. Read them. Re-read them. Fine tune them. Then practice them out loud. Pick someone you trust to "pretend" interview you. Why someone you trust? You must be open to their feedback.
Good luck!!
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