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[Building Your Interviewing Skills]
[Pre-Interview Preparation]
[Where to Go for Help Preparing for Your Interview]
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Building Your Interviewing Skills
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| Your resume and cover
letter will get you the interview, but the interview is your
chance to land the position! Success hinges on your preparation
and communication skills. Do your homework ahead of time. Research
the organization and think about how to frame your comments
and examples. We are here to help with interactive workshops
and opportunities to practice. |
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•Interviewing
Skills Handout (PDF)
Includes what to wear, how to prepare and practice questions. |
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Pre-Interview Preparation
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| Employers consider knowledge
of the organization a critical factor when they evaluate applicants.
This element is completely in your control! Research the organization's
Web site and study the position description so you can give
confident and customized examples of your qualifications.
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Where to Go for Help Preparing for Your Interview
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Interviewing
Skills 101 Workshop
Learn what to do before, during and after an interview and practice
common interview questions. Check out our Calendar of Events
to RSVP for a workshop date and time.
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Advanced Skills: Cover Letters and Interviewing Workshop
Go beyond the basics to learn how to sell yourself for the position with
your customized "pitch." Check out our Calendar of Events to RSVP for a workshop date and time.
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Mock Interviews
The only way to become a stronger interviewer is to practice!
Sign up for a mock interview for a chance to increase your confidence before
the real thing. We will provide valuable feedback that you can use to improve
your skills. Call 935-5930 to schedule your appointment and check out these Mock
Interview Guidelines (PDF) to help you prepare. |
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Interview Travel Stipends
Thanks to a generous donation by a Washington University parent, an Interview Travel Stipend is available to help defray some of the costs of traveling to an interview. The stipend is available to current, full-time Washington University students. Alumni who have graduated in the past six months may also apply.
The Interview Travel Stipend can be used for an interview(s) for an internship, co-op or full-time position. Click here for more information. |
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