A World of Opportunities Sophie Bousset Saturday February 1st, 2014
Who Am I?
Participation Perks
Today's Plan What do you want to do? How to look for a job Your Resume What employers look for Show them you have what it takes! Interview Prep & Interview Day
What Do You Want To Do?
Looking For a Job/Internship Job boards! Craigslist LinkedIn Monster, Indeed, etc. Dream list of companies Cover Letters – yes or no? Write a note in email w/resume attached & follow up 7 days later
Your Resume! Resources on www.sophiebousset.wordpress.com Format Neat Organized Easy to read Show off your skills and qualities
What Do You Think Employers Look For? It's OK that you don't have a full-time, professional job yet Real interest (in company, industry) Desire to learn Energy
Show Them You Have What It Takes! Internships Volunteer Work Extracurricular Activities Part Time Jobs
Show Them You Have What It Takes! (2) ♥ The Value of That Experience Promotions / Expanded Responsibilities Leadership Initiative Related Industry
Interview Prep Practice talking about the experience on your resume Brainstorm list of your skills & qualities Define why you want to work there Research the company History & recent news/projects Leadership, who you're interviewing w/
Interview Prep (2) Business casual attire Nice dress or pants w/shirt Comfortable dress shoes No suits! Research FA(Interview)Q's, & Q's you want to ask them! (next)
FA(Interview)Q's Why do you want to work at company XYZ? Why are a good fit for this role? What are your strengths & weaknesses? What's your biggest achievement? Worst failure? Where do you want to be in 5 years? Forbes' How to Ace the 50 Most Common Interview Q's http://www.forbes.com/sites/jacquelynsmith/2013/01/11/how-to-ace-the-50-most-common-interview-questions/
Interview Them! Questions about the company & where it is going show a real interest Ask what you will learn there Shows you really want to learn Suggests you have options Ask about opportunities for growth/promotion Shows you're considering them for a serious career, not just a summer
Interview Day Leave 30 min early Traffic, arrive early to relax & prepare Review resume & prep (skills, Q's) Take some deep breaths! In through your nose, out through your mouth Remember you're awesome & to just be yourself!
This PowerPoint will be posted on www.sophiebousset.wordpress.com