Some Notes on Successful “Networking, Resume, and Interviews”

National College Media Convention, 10-25-18

By: Emily Bartlett

• Networking
  • Prepare, give first, ask second
  • Focus on what you can give

• Resume
  • One page
  • No more than 3 bullet points explaining each job/experience/project/etc.
  • SAVE IT AS A PDF

• Interview
  • Qs & As
  • Why do you want this job?
    • Say something specific to the job
  • Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
    • Give an answer that will indicate the type of projects you should work on
  • Tell me what you know about (insert company here)?
    • Look up the company’s values
  • What are some of your weaknesses?
    • Give an answer that indicates self-reflection
    • Ex. “I am a perfectionist, so I have trouble delegating tasks. But I am working on it by doing X, Y, and Z.

• General Tips
  • Always ask questions
    • Prepare questions in advance
    • Do not ask questions about pay, benefits, vacation time, etc.