Prepare for an Interview

Here you’ll find guidelines for interview preparation. For industry-specific advice, be sure to check out the Career Communities.

10 questions to ask an employer when interviewing for an internship

One of the biggest mistakes that college and university students and recent graduates and others early in their careers make when trying to land an internship is to be too passive during the interview process. A good recruiter or hiring …

By College Recruiter
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Using Extracurricular Academic Projects to Land an Interview

The paradox of applying to jobs as a new college graduate is that you may have little relevant work experience. That certainly doesn’t help when a majority of entry-level positions ask for multiple years of experience, according to at least …

By VidCruiter
Land your dream job and advance your career with expert advice.
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3 Ways to Highlight Your Career Interests in an Interview

Talking about future goals and career interests is a key component of almost every interview. But the questions“Tell me a little bit about why you want this position” and “Where do you see yourself five years from now?” regularly spark …

By CareerShift
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Firsthand Vault Guides

The Vault Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills, Third Edition

A proper résumé and effective job-hunting skills can go a long way in getting a foot in the door. An …

Vault Guide to Summer Associate Interviewing & Top-Ranked Programs, 2021 Edition

The Vault Guide to Summer Associate Interviewing & Top-Ranked Programs provides expert advice on law firm interviewing and succeeding as …

Vault Guide to Case Interviews, Ninth Edition

Case interviews are a crucial part of the hiring process in the consulting industry. Designed to test an applicant’s knowledge …

Vault Guide to Behavioral Interviews

The Vault Guide to Behavioral Interviews contains essential tips for preparing for and acing behavioral interview questions. These questions (which …

Vault Guide to Finance Interviews, 9th Edition

The Vault Guide to Finance Interviews, Ninth Edition is a must-have resource for anyone seeking a job with an investment …

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