Interviewing Desiree Galenti & Beilee Tracey

Transcript:Interviewing Desiree Galenti & Beilee Tracey:
Interviewing Desiree Galenti & Beilee Tracey Northrop Grumman SDSU March 2010 Who is Northrop Grumman? Leading government defense contractor Provider of cutting edge technologies and capabilities that ensure the safety of our nation and its allies 120,000+ employees Presence in 50 states and 27 countries Over $30 billion in sales Topics The résumé Interview Preparation What to wear (and not!) Types of Interviews The Interview Practice Questions Where to look for guidance Additional Resources Important Points to consider about your resume: Bring hard copies of your resume to the interview Be CLEAR, CONCISE and CONSISTENT Tailor your resume to the specific job you are interviewing for Make sure you highlight the accomplishments that are most relevant to the position you are applying for Make sure your resume accurately represents your abilities and accomplishments The Résumé You should look at your resume as a test! The Résumé Should contain Contact information (email, alternative phone- current!!) Your Graduation Date Your GPA Pertinent Classes Projects related to career path Remember to list your role in the team: i.e.: Team Lead Internships (paid and unpaid) Technical skills Student Organizations- can list under extra-curricular section Showcase your accomplishments NOT your tasks! Tailor your résumé Have several versions Make it scannable- Do not get fancy i.e.: type setting Bullets Underlining Have your resume reviewed for errors Interview Preparation Research industry Research the company Research the position Know who you will be meeting with & their role in the company Come up with sample questions and formulate potential answers Practice in front of a mirror Have a friend/family member practice interview you Interview Preparation cont. Career Center-Mock Interviews Formulate a set of questions that you can ask of the interviewers MapQuest and drive the route Bring all needed documents to fill out an application (former work history, addresses, names etc) What to Wear for Women KNOW THE INDUSTRY ATTIRE Manufacturing Government Entertainment Slacks vs. Skirts? Blouses-necklines Shoes- closed toe, low heeled Conservative makeup Hair color Minimal jewelry What about body piercing and tattoos? Perfume Your appearance makes your first impression What to Wear for Men KNOW THE INDUSTRY ATTIRE Manufacturing Government Entertainment Pressed Suits Shined Shoes NO WHITE SOCKS Hair color Cologne Jewelry Piercing and tattoos Types of Interviews Phone Screening Preliminary interview stage Usually conducted by recruiter Used to develop applicant pool Surface level Necessary to advance to on-site On-Site Interviewing Secondary interview stage Conducted by