1. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.1 Before & After the Interview Career Services

2. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.2 Objectives Prepare for an interview in terms of travel, documents to take and greeting the interviewer Take appropriate follow-up action after an interview Complete letter responses from a job offer, both accepting and rejecting one

3. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.3 Where is the Interview? Correct address Know the suite number Travel to the site a few days before the interview

4. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.4 When & With Whom? Now with whom you are meeting Know how to pronounce his/her name correctly! Complete paperwork prior to meeting with the interviewer. Plan ahead & give yourself at least 15 minutes to complete the application. Sample script for calling to plan –“Hello, my name is ____. I have a 9am appointment for an interview on Tuesday, April 7, for a ____ position. Could you give me the name of the interviewer and the person’s position? Would you spell the name for me, please? I would appreciate directions on how to get to your company.” –Ask how long they will be interviewing for the position

5. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.5 The Application Plan time for completing the application prior to the actual interview time Take your information with you

6. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.6 The Application (cont) Job History –Current plus at least last 2 –Complete information Convictions References –Business Education –High School or GED –Concorde

7. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.7 Resume Update prior to interview Take several copies with you

8. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.8 Thank You Letter Purpose Send within 2 days Topics –Be specific –Express thanks Spelling, grammar and punctuation

9. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.9 Negotiating Salary You are getting an entry-level position! Be realistic –Check salaries of Concorde graduates Wait for them to broach the subject Benefits are part of your salary

10. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.10 Acceptance Letter Confirm terms of employment such as title, start date, start time & salary Express your excitement and appreciation for the offer

11. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.11 Rejection Letter If accepting another offer or are no longer interested Always thank the company for the offer, but at present you unable to accept Thank them for taking the time to meet with you Be cautious—don’t burn bridges Set an impression of conscientiousness

12. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.12 Discussion For their specific program, develop a list of skills on which they can capitalize in a thank you letter Create an initial list of people they will ask to be references Give examples of Thank you letter, Acceptance & Rejection letters

13. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.13 Assessment Thank you letter Job Application Form

14. © Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.14 Summary Thank you letters are not optional! Always sign mailed letters. PROOFREAD! Be prepared.