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I have researched the company.
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I have some idea of the company culture, product/service, and location.
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I have formulated my goals for the interview:
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Make a good first impression
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Show interest and enthusiasm
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Talk about my strengths and interests
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Have a strong closing – i.e. re-emphasize my interest, ask for information regarding the next step in the
selection process
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I have conceptualized the position, and in addition to my technical skills, I am prepared to talk about previous
experiences that show that I have:
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Leadership skills
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Communication skills (speaking, persuading, writing)
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The ability to get along with others
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I am prepared to answer questions regarding:
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Short-term objectives
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Long-term objectives
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My strengths (with concrete examples, if needed)
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My weaknesses (areas which need improvement and corrective actions taken)
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Why I’m interested in this position
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Why I’m interested in this company/organization
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Why I chose MSOE and my major(s)
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Myself (tell me about yourself – why should I hire you?)
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I have prepared some questions I want to ask regarding:
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Work environment
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Training program(s)
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Typical career paths
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The company’s vision
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Other
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I am ready to “dress for success.”
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I have all the necessary materials in my portfolio:
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Resume
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Cover letter
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List of references
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Unofficial transcript
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Work/project samples
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Professional Development Transcript (PDT)
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Notepad and writing tool