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KEYS TO REMEMBER KNOW THE SITUTATION MATCH APPEARANCE TO SITUATION OPINIONS OF APPROPRIATE ATTIRE DIFFER FROM PERSON TO PERSON AND WORKPLACE TO WORKPLACE

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STUDENT ATTIRE WHAT YOU NORMALLY WEAR ACCEPTABLE FOR SOME LOWER LEVEL JOBS

STUDENT ATTIRE GUIDELINES LOOK PRESENTABLE & DO NOT OFFEND AUDIENCE

- Don’t be late - Dress up for the interview - Know yourself - Know about the job you’ll be interviewing for - Understand what employers are looking for - Don’t chew gum - Fill out every part of the application and use your best handwriting - Avoid peppering interviews with “um” and “like” - Make eye contact - Be yourself - Be memorable - Show your enthusiasm - Be aware of your body language - Remember you are making an impression from the first moment you walk in the door

Preparation: Learn about the organization. Review your qualifications for the job. Be ready to briefly describe your experience, showing how it relates it the job. Be ready to answer broad questions, such as "Why should I hire you?" "Why do you want this job?" "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" Practice an interview with a friend or relative.

Personal appearance: Be well groomed. Dress appropriately. Do not chew gum or smoke.

Information to bring to an interview: Social Security card. Government-issued identification (driver’s license). Resume or application. References. Employers typically require three references. Get permission before using anyone as a reference. Transcripts. Employers may require an official copy of transcripts to verify grades, coursework, dates of attendance, and highest grade completed or degree awarded.

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