Showing up to a job interview well dressed and on time is important, but it is not the only part that matters. Here are some other things you should bring with you:
• Extra copies of your resume (3-5 copies on resume paper): When you walk into the room where you are interviewing offer each person who is interviewing you a copy of your resume. Even though they might already have your resume on file (as part of your application) don’t assume so. This shows the employer you are organized and professional.
• A typed list of at least 3 professional and/or academic references: References should be drawn from the pool of people who are in the best position to assess your performance. Make sure you ask permission to use someone’s name in advance as a reference.
• Professional-style portfolio or binder that contains a pen and paper: This will help you stay organized as you can carry copies of your resume and reference sheets in this. You will also give off the image of being a professional.
• Approximately 3-5 questions you would like to ask your interviewer(s): These questions should be written/typed out before the interview. They can be on the note pad in the professional-style portfolio/binder. When the employer ask if you have any questions for them you can open the portfolio/binder and tell them you do and that you prepared them ahead of time. This displays your work ethic and preparation. Also, one of employer’s top pet-peeves is when candidates tell them they don’t have any questions. You should absolutely ask them a few questions. Remember you are interviewing the interviewer(s) too.
• Portfolio of work samples: Put together a collection of artifacts and examples of your accomplishments from, internships, part-time, full-time and summer jobs, class projects, community and campus involvement, and academic endeavors. You can also create a smaller portfolio that you can give to the employer to keep.
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