Build an Eye-Catching Resume

  • Put your name big and bold and at the top of your resume.
  • Do not include religion, marital status, hobbies or any personal information on your resume.
  • Try to keep your resume to one page. Create short bulleted lists.
  • Include dates indicating where you worked, and what you accomplished.
  • Make sure to include all contact information on your resume: email address, home, work and cell phone numbers.
  • List your most recent experience first.
  • Double check your resume for spelling and grammar errors.

Sample Resumes:

Professional Interviewing Tips

  • Do your homework. Read the company's Web site to arm yourself with the information you'll need to ask intelligent interview questions.
  • Don't be late to your interview. Give yourself ample time to find the office, because getting lost is not an excuse for being late.
  • Wear a suit on all interviews. It's best to wear conservative business attire; you always want to make a good impression.
  • Turn off your cell phone as you enter the office.
  • Fill out company applications completely, neatly and honestly.
  • Conduct yourself in a professional manner.
  • Thank the interviewer by sending a handwritten note - or at least send a timely email - briefly reiterating your strengths and qualifications.
  • Don't forget: have a positive attitude, because you are the winning candidate for the job!

Interviewing Practice Questions

The most qualified applicant doesn't always land the job - sometimes it's the candidate who is most prepared for the interview. Here is a list of commonly asked interviewing questions. How would you answer them?

  • What interests you about this position?
  • Why did you choose the university you attended? Why did you choose your major?
  • What was your most challenging class? Least favorite class? Why?
  • Where do you see yourself in two to five years?
  • Be prepared to list your strengths and weaknesses. Give an example of when you demonstrated each.
  • What would you consider to be your greatest accomplishment?
  • How would your former supervisor describe you?
  • Describe your ideal job or work environment.
  • Give an example of an obstacle that you had to overcome.
  • How do you handle stress?
  • Why should we select you for this job?

Questions to Ask the Interviewer

Asking the following questions will allow you the opportunity to express how your experience fits the needs of the company - plus, it shows you're interested in the job.

  • What do you feel is the most important aspect of this position?
  • Do you have a formal training period?
  • What contributions has this position made within the company?
  • Don't initiate discussion about salary or benefits on an interview. Wait until the company brings up the subject.