Interviewing

     I found this article extremely helpful. Looking forward to graduation, and beginning my career, which is only a month and a half away, I have started applying for jobs. I have managed to get an interview for this coming week, so I found all of the details helpful. I agree that having an internship will give students real world experiences in their field of interest, and help them stand out in a sea of potential employees. As far as the leadership aspect in this article, I believe a huge part of gaining leadership experience at an internship comes from the individual, and how much they are willing to put themselves out there. When at your internship, it is important to ask for leadership opportunities, and stand out to your internship supervisors. In both of my internships, I have tried my hardest to do just that.
     When I prepare for an interview, I start by learning all I can about the company I am interviewing with. That includes, but is not limited to, the founder or founders, the company’s mission, and any other information I can dig up. Next I look online, and try to find practice interview questions. While there is no guarantee that I will be asked those same questions in an interview, I just like to be prepared with possible interview questions. Then I pick out the perfect outfit, something to make an impression, but not the wrong kind of impression. In preparing for an interview, I make sure I know as much as possible, and that I prepare as much as possible, as you can never be too ready!
     No matter who you are, or how many interviews you have been on, you most likely still get nervous for each interview you go on. It is human nature. There are so many unknowns when walking into an interview, and with all of that going through your head, you easily become nervous. However, it is important to be confident in yourself, and keep cool during the interview. Additionally, I hope to make the best impression possible. I have worked very hard over these past four years, and see all that hard work pay off in an interview is the most pleasing thing. While I don’t know how I come off to an interview, I try my hardest to make the best impression possible.
     Trying to find a job can be an exciting time, and as I am currently going through this process now, it is important to do what you can to remain calm and stand out in an interview.

Good luck in any and all interviews!

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