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What are the types of interviews?

*-Screening* *-Phone or Web Conference* *-One-on-one* *-Panel* *-Serial* *-Lunch* *-Group*

What skills do employers look for in a candidate?

Analytical/Problem Solving, *Communication,* Creativity/Innovation, Decision making, Goal setting, Flexibility/Adaptability, Integrity/Honesty, interpersonal, *Leadership/Initiative*, *Organization/Time Management*, Strengths/Weaknesses, *Teamwork*, *work ethic*

How do you prepare for an informational interview?

By researching the company you are interviewing, gathering all the questions you may have, and knowing why you are the best candidate for them -identify people you will like to meet who are working in the career field that interests you -research the career field and company's website of the person whom you are interviewing -prepare a list of questions you want to ask

standard interview questions

What are your career plans? What let you to select your college major? What are your strengths/weaknesses? Why should we hire you?

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

briefly introduce yourself, draw attention to the primary highlights of your resume, show off your writing style, and help you stand out from your competition.

What are the parts of a formal business letter?

heading, body, date, inside address, greeting, complimentary close, and the signature

Panel Interviews

in which perhaps four to five coworkers meet at the same time with a single interviewee. The coworkers comprise the "search committee" or "search panel," which may consist of different company representatives such as human resources, management, and staff. One advantage of this format for the committee is that meeting together gives them a common experience to reflect on afterward. - In a panel interview, listen carefully to questions from each panelist, and try to connect fully with each questioner. Be sure to write down names and titles, so you can send individual thank-you notes after the interview. *group interview with one interviewee*

phone or web conference interviews

make sure equipment works, be fully prepared, do a mock run with friend before to troubleshoot any issues -If you are geographically separated from your prospective employer, you may be invited to participate in a phone interview or online interview instead of meeting face-to-face. -The fact that you're not there in person doesn't make it any less important to be fully prepared. In fact, you may wish to be all the more "on your toes" to compensate for the distance barrier. Make sure your equipment (phone, computer, Internet connection, etc.) is fully charged and works. *make sure equipment works, be fully prepared, do a mock run with friend before to troubleshoot any issues*

What are best practices for optimizing LinkedIn?

-. Photo: Include a profile picture and background image -Write a Headline: Create a unique headline -: Include a concise professional summary about you -. Create a unique URL: Create a unique, professional URL -Add Experience. (Jobs and Internships) -Add Recommended and Additional Information You must have at least 2 experiences to optimize your profile. These experiences can be work, internships, volunteer, and campus involvement -Education: Use the correct University/School name to connect with LinkedIn Alumni Network; Put official degree/specialization and years -Skills & Endorsements (Add at least 5 skills) -Get connected: Join at least 1 university group/Follow at least 1 company -Other Tips/Strategies for LinkedIn

What questions should you not ask in an informational interview?

-Are you married? - Do you have any kids? -Have you ever been arrested? (Note: An employer can ask if you were convicted of a crime) -What religious holidays do you practice? -What country are you from? -Nationality, religion, age, disabilities & health, marital status -Avoid asking if the employer or company is hiring right now. -Avoid asking any questions you could have easily answered for yourself with a bit of research

What are best practices in drafting a cover letter?

-As with the resume, the cover letter should be printed on high quality resume paper if you are mailing it and/or hand delivering. Include a cover letter even if you are e-mailing your resume to an employer. -Always address the letter to a specific individual. Call HR to request the name of someone on the hiring committee if you can't find one online. If you are unable to find a specific name, use "Dear Hiring Manager," "Dear Committee Chair," etc. Never say, "To Whom It May Concern," as it sounds very cold and impersonal. -It's best to have a position posting in front of you when you write the cover letter so that you can tailor your letter to the needs of the company as expressed in the posting. - Research the employer prior to writing the letter. Tell them why you want to work for them! -Be confident and positive (market yourself!), but be careful not to sound arrogant. - Don't just regurgitate your resume. Provide examples of your qualifications that make you well suited for the job. - Keep the cover letter to one page or less, and follow the paragraph structure described below.

What are the appropriate sections of a cover letter?

-First Paragraph: The first paragraph simply tells what position you are applying for and how you learned of the position. -Second Paragraph: This one is a little harder, but you basically want to tell the employer why they should hire you! Describe your accomplishments, previous experience, and job-specific skills -Last Paragraph: This paragraph closes the letter and does four things: 1) Summarizes why you are the ideal candidate for the position 2) Requests a meeting or interview a employer's convenience 3) Invites the employer to contact you with questions (include phone number and e-mail address here); and 4) Thanks the employer for his/her time and consideration.

How do you prepare for behavioral interview questions?

-Identify 4 or 5 of your top selling points that are related to the job description and decide what examples you can give to get these points across (use STAR Method). -Try and frame your answer as a story and be prepared for further probing questions from the interviewer around your story e.g. lead me through your decision process. -Whenever you can, quantify your results. -Be prepared to provide examples that didn't have the results you had hoped or planned. Frame it in a positive manner. -Choose examples from a variety of places in your life.

What are the best practices in drafting a resume?

-Identify the requirements of the position/program (i.e. job/internship description) -Identify your qualifications for the position/program -Highlight these qualifications in your resume and cover letter

What are the sections of an elevator pitch?

-Introduction // Did you introduce yourself and add your elevator pitch hook? (Who are you, how do you stand out, name, school, major, graduation date) -Demonstrate accomplishments // Do you reveal experiences or skills that are relevant to the industry of choice? Describe relevant experiences, skills, knowledge, abilities, strengths. -Clear expression of purpose // Do you persuade or influence someone to look into your application further? -Goals/Aspirations/Vision // Show confidence and belief -Closing with a clear strategy // reinforce key takeaway, direction, or specific follow-up steps

What are best practices in networking?

-Keenly focus your activities on getting a job. Use all tools available to you -You need business cards -Register your own domain name. -Attend networking events. -Master LinkedIn because that is what human resource departments use. -LinkedIn for Students and Future Graduates. -Think of your parents' friends as databases. -Create the world you want to occupy in the future by creating it today through your networking activity. -Share business cards, resumes, cover letters, as well as share information about conferences, special events and even soliciting head hunters Can occur anywhere and at any time, and expands with each new relationship you establish

What are best practices in preparing for interviews?

-Research the company and your interviewers. -Practice your answers to common interview questions. -Study the job description. -Answer questions using the STAR method. -Recruit a friend to practice answering questions. -Be prepared with examples of your work. -Plan your interview attire the night before 1. Number one is to be authentic. 2. Number two, you have to sell yourself. 3. Number three, keep it concise. 4. show some enthusiasm.

Know the My STAR Story handout

-Situation: Give an example of a situation you were involved in that resulted in a positive outcome. -Task: Describe the task goal of the situation. -Action: Tell specific actions which you took, steps you followed, obstacles you had to overcome, etc. -Results: Highlight outcomes, goals achieved, and accomplishments. If it was a negative outcome, discuss what you learned from the experience

What are employers reviewing in resumes?

-Specifically, they're looking for keywords they mentioned in the job posting and description. -That you care about the job you're actually applying for, That you have the qualifications to do the job, That you have common sense. -as a marketing tool, a selling tool, and a promotion of you as an ideal candidate for any job you may be interested in.

What are the types of interview questions?

-Standard Interview Questions -Behavioral Interview Questions -Contextual Future -Brain Teaser -Strength Based -Stress -Case Study -Off the wall

Know at least 1 (one) student non-Greek organization that you can network with

-Woman in business -woman in leadership

What questions should you ask in an informational interview?

-about the job -what do they do -the responsibilities -the work environment

one-on-one interview

-an interview that involves a one-on-one meeting between the applicant and a company representative -The majority of job interviews are conducted in this format—just you and a single interviewer—likely with the manager you would report to and work with. The one-on-one format gives you both a chance to see how well you connect and how well your talents, skills, and personalities mesh. -You can expect to be asked questions like "Why would you be good for this job?" and "Tell me about yourself." Many interviewees prefer the one-on-one format because it allows them to spend in-depth time with the interviewer, and they feel it is easier to build rapport face to face. As always, be very courteous and professional. Have a portfolio of your best work at the ready. *interviews: most common, in person*

What are the benefits of using LinkedIn in communication for employment?

-get the latest business news -put work experiences on the profile so potential employers to see -help establish and expand your professional network -help show off skills and credentials -companies can post job listings -get job advice from people in your field -allow companies to create profiles to show themselves off

behavioral interview

-interview in which applicants give specific examples of how they have performed a certain task or handled a problem in the past -Method used by interviewers to identify past behavior work patterns/events to use as an indicator for performance in the work place -Use STAR method to answer these questions

Why should students use this social media platform?

-maintain professional contact -Search for jobs and internships -showcase strengths and accomplishments

What should you do after an informational interview?

-send a professional thank you and keep in touch

What is the purpose of networking?

-tap into the hidden job market -career exploration -build professional relationships

What are the steps in pre-writing for a cover letter?

1. What does the prospective employer need? This is listed in the job description. 2. What are your objectives? 3. What are 3-5 qualities that you would bring to this employer/job/organization? Do you have examples? 4. How can you match your experience to the job? a. What are at least two specific accomplishments you can mention which give credence to the qualities you previously identified 5. Why do you want to work for this particular organization? This should be more than just "I want to work here to get valuable experience". What attracted you to this particular company?

Group Interviews

Group interviews are comprised of several interviewees and perhaps only one or two interviewers who may make a presentation to the assembled group. This format allows an organization to quickly pre-screen candidates. It also gives candidates a chance to quickly learn about the company. As with all interview formats, you are being observed. *several interviewees and only one to two interviewers*

How do you build a targeted resume?

Step 1: Use an effective resume format Step 2: Find a job description for which you are currently qualified. Step 3: Review the job description, highlight the essential requirements of the position, & tailor your resume to the position Step 4: Create a Reference Page

What is LinkedIn?

The number one social network geared toward career and special development -A network for business and work professionals

screening interview

might best be characterized as "weeding-out" interviews. They ordinarily take place over the phone or in another low-stakes environment in which the interviewer has maximum control over the amount of time the interview takes. Screening interviews are generally short because they glean only basic information about you -With this kind of interview, your goal is to win a face-to-face interview. For this first shot, though, prepare well and challenge yourself to shine. Try to stand out from the competition and be sure to follow up with a thank-you note. *takes place over the phone where interviewer has maximum control over length*

Serial interviews

one-on-one meetings with a group of interviewers, typically conducted as a series of meetings staggered throughout the day. Ordinarily this type of interview is for higher-level jobs, for which it's important to meet at length with major stakeholders. If your interview process is designed this way, you will need to be ultra-prepared as you will be answering many in-depth questions. Stay alert. *group & one-on-one combination*

Lunch Interviwes

taken to lunch or dinner, especially if this is a second interview (a "call back" interview). If this is you, count yourself lucky and be on your best behavior, because even if the lunch meeting is unstructured and informal, it's still an official interview. Do not order an alcoholic beverage, and use your best table manners. You are not expected to pay or even to offer to pay. But, as always, you must send a thank-you note. *unstructured and informal*

What is an informational interview? What is its purpose?

targeting networking strategy that allows you to connect with individuals to learn more about an industry and/or company -number one strategy for internship/job search - is a conversation you have with a professional who can provide information and expertise about career options, industries, employment conditions, employers/ professional organizations, or their personal experience. Informational interviews can help direct your job search and establish rapport with alumni in your prospective field. While the contacts you make from these interviews may help you find a job down the road, the purpose of the interview is to gather advice and information - and not to ask for a job outright.