Current LectureSelection Interviews: OverviewI. Get the interviewKnow thyselfKnow employer, do researchGoodness of fit, TWA correspondenceClues for interviewsProfessors/advisorsJob listingsOrganization publicationsCurrent students/volunteersOccupational info interviewCover letter/resume = persuasive documents1) Impression management2) Ideas of professionalism3) Ideas about honesty4) Longevity?5) Representation/misrepresentation of skillsCover letterYour introduction; capture interestAssert qualifications in narrative as they relate to the specific job & companyCompliment resume without duplicationDo’s:Make good case for match between you and position applying forShow how you are unique in your ability to add value to organizationFocus on qualifications for position (TWA skills)Provide example of writing abilitiesConvey interest in position & eagerness to be consideredResumeDocuments experience & accomplishmentsThe evidence to back up your self-assertionsShould be adjusted to include pertinent qualifications & experiencesElementsObjective (optional, specific to job)General: ambitious & responsible worker eager to begin an entry-level position where I can utilize my organizational and time-management skills to help better the companyChildcare: Eager to build long-term relationship with a school and become a lead teacher in a classroom where I can help plan …. Build relationships with parents and childrenEducation (start most recent at top)Work history (most transferrable to job near top)Leadership experiencesVolunteer/philanthropic activitiesAwards/honorsAcademic awards & scholarshipsMembership in campusLeadership positions held in campusUniversity and community service positionsWork-related awards/honorsSpecial skillsMake them transferrableUse superlatives“excellent”“extensive”Avoid being overly general“I am a people person”“knowledgeable about computersDescriptions of what you did in current/previous positionsBullet pointsQuantify whenever possible (hrs)Active phrasing- start w/ power verbs (ex: build, assist) list on L&S websiteCurriculum VitaLonger than resume- unlimited pagesEducationPublications and presentationsAwards/commendations (scholarships/grants)Service and other related activitiesAll other related experienceFull list of referencesL&S career services resourcesII. Get the job/admission to grad schoolBasic professional etiquetteArrive earlyGreat pleasantlyDon’t use employers first name unless invited to do soDon’t extend hand firstNever sit before interviewer doesInterview QuestionsSituational/behavioral questions: past behavior is going to predict future behaviorEx: Can you name a time you were stuck in a situation and…give me an example of a time when you had conflict with colleague, how did you resolve it? Give ex of when had to deal with deadline?Responding to these: STAR method, Situation, Task (describe challenge/expectations), Action (detail, what you did to accomplish), Result (emphasize positive results), what did you learn?Projective questions: how did you react/respond? Ability to be flexible, how you engage with question  creativity & innovationEx: if you can be any part of a Big Mac, what part would you be and why?Ex: describe an imaginary colleague that you would like to work with; if you had million $ to design research study, what would you doPuzzle questionsEx: how would you weigh airplane without a scale?High stress, unanswerable, assess ability to think on feet and deal with ambiguityReveal important personality characteristicsUse with less experienced applicants“What questions do you have for me?”you should prepare 3-5 beforehand (things couldn’t get from website/brochure, ex: opportunity for advancement)Do’s:Express interest and determine fit (TWA)Prepare ahead of timeDon’ts:“I don’t have any questionsAvoid reverse interviewingPreparing for Interview: SelfKnow yourselfWho are you? What are your experiences? What influences your interest? What are values/worldview? What are strengths/weakness? What are your personal skills? What do you bring to company that is unique?Know the Organization:know about company goals/mission, economic position, client base, needs, know position, work tasks & expectations, do your homework website, recruitment brochure, annual report, publicity materials, job listingFrequent employer complaintsInability to ask intelligent questionsLack of info about organizationInability to express self wellPoor appearance and careless dressGrad admission complaintsLack of interpersonal awarenessLack of understanding about program/fieldFew questions askedApplying for the “wrong” reasons (I have mental disorder and I want to help people with mental disorders)  not reason you applied, making change & growthSelf-efficacy increases as preparation increasesThank you emailTake home point: impression managementSelf-promotion can be goodInterviews expect you to “polish your image” and present past experiences in a positive lightImage-creation is problematicCreating images that are inconsistent with your true self have adverse effects on interviewsCounsPsych 650 Lecture 11Outline of Last Lecture I. Information gathering interviewsa. Journalisticb. Occupationalc. ResearchOutline of Current Lecture I. Get the interviewa. Cluesb. Cover letter/resumec. Curriculum vitaII. Get the job/admission to grad schoola. Basic professional etiquetteb. Interview questionsc. Prepare for interview: self Current Lecture Selection Interviews: Overview- I. Get the interviewo Know thyselfo Know employer, do researcho Goodness of fit, TWA correspondenceo Clues for interviews Professors/advisors Job listingsThese notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute. Organization publications Current students/volunteers Occupational info interviewo Cover letter/resume = persuasive documents 1) Impression management 2) Ideas of professionalism 3) Ideas about honesty 4) Longevity?  5) Representation/misrepresentation of skillso Cover letter Your introduction; capture interest Assert qualifications in narrative as they relate to the specific job & company Compliment resume without duplication Do’s:  Make good case for match between you and position applying for Show how you are unique in your ability to add value to organization Focus on qualifications for position