Internships
Your Key to A Career Opportunity
Benefits
Practical Experience
Compensation
Teamwork Experience
Technology Exposure
Helps With Career Decisions
Builds Resume Quality
Suggestions: Getting The Job
First Impressions Matter
Always Carry A Resume
Use Quality Paper
Smile
Firm Handshake
Watch Your Grammar And Manners
Suggestions: Keeping The Job
First Impressions Matter
Be On Time
Come To Meetings Prepared-Take Notes
Always Ask About Doing More
Be Willing To Learn On Your Own
Work To Understand The Business
Prepare For These Questions
Tell me about yourself
What are your strengths?
What are your weaknesses?
Where do you want your career to be in 5 years?
Do you have any questions about our company?
What skills do you have that would benefit our company?
Why did you leave your last job?
Tips
1. Arrive a little early.
2. Do your homework.
3. Bring a Spare Copy of Your Resume in a Briefcase or Folder.
4. Expect to Spend Some Time Developing Rapport.
5. Watch Your Non-Verbal Communication.
6. Don't Be Embarrassed by Nervousness.
7. Body language is powerful!
8. Don't Play Comedian or Try to Entertain the Interviewer.
9. Don't Exaggerate or Lie.
10. Follow the Interviewer's Lead.
11. Be Prepared For Personal Questions, Even Some Inappropriate
Ones.
12. Emphasize the Positive.
13. Wait for an Offer to Bring Up Salary.
Tips
14. Don't be Afraid to Think Before You Speak.
15. Emphasize What You Can Do For The Organization.
16. Don't give "Prepared Answers".
17. NEVER Speak Badly about a Former Employer.
18. Watch Your Grammar and Your Manners.
19. Be Prepared to Ask Questions.
20. Use Telephone Interviews.
21. Don't Expect an Immediate Job Offer.
22. Be Careful With the Closing.
23. Be Yourself!
Networking
Use The National BDPA Network
Email Other Chapters
Check The Listserv
Talk With Friends