2017 MSOE Career Guide

 I have researched the company.

 I have some idea of the company culture, product/service, and location.

 I have formulated my goals for the interview:  Make a good first impression  Show interest and enthusiasm  Talk about my strengths and interests  Have a strong closing – i.e. re-emphasize my interest, ask for information regarding the next step in the selection process  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:  Leadership skills  Communication skills (speaking, persuading, writing)  The ability to get along with others

 I am prepared to answer questions regarding:  Short-term objectives  Long-term objectives

 My strengths (with concrete examples, if needed)  My weaknesses (areas which need improvement and corrective actions taken)  Why I’m interested in this position  Why I’m interested in this company/organization  Why I chose MSOE and my major(s)  Myself (tell me about yourself – why should I hire you?)

 I have prepared some questions I want to ask regarding:  Work environment  Training program(s)  Typical career paths  The company’s vision  Other  I have all the necessary materials in my portfolio:  Resume  Cover letter  List of references  Unofficial transcript  Work/project samples  Professional Development Transcript (PDT)  Notepad and writing tool  I am ready to “dress for success.”

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