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So, you’ve decided it’s time to gain some real-world experience by landing a great internship in 2021. However, Interviews are often the most important decision-making component for an employer, so making sure you’re prepared to do your best is part of your career development. 

DO YOUR RESEARCH

Knowledge is power, and in this case, your competitive edge when demonstrating your value to an employer. Knowing about their business, mission, industry, and products or services shows enthusiasm and helps to build your personal brand.

 PLAN THE DETAILS

 How can you best prep for your interview? Have your résumé & reference list handy. Also, plan out your professional outfit and get it pressed/cleaned. If in person, figure out a clear path to your destination or if virtual, double check that your software (Zoom, Webex, and etc.) and hardware (web camera, mic, and etc.) are operating and up to date. 

PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!

 The potential for interview success is exponentially increased by reviewing and practicing your responses. Interview questions vary depending on the type of interview, but there are some questions that everyone should be prepared to answer. Practice is key. But don’t sound like a robot!

TIP OF THE DAY:

“A super important step is to send a letter and/or email thanking the employer for their time!”

READ THIS:

• Master the Interview
• Interview Questions
• Types of Interview
• How to Dress
• Ace the Interview

WHAT’S MY NEXT STEP?

• Big Interview
• a FREE interview training system that features a new and innovative way to help you prepare more effectively for a job interview. Training AND practice are combined to help improve your interview technique and build your confidence. You can access a video curriculum and question library to learn how to craft your answers and then videotape your responses to review yourself or share with others for feedback.
• Schedule a with the Career Center to ask questions or improve your skills
• Interview Preparation and/or Evaluating Offers (Brief) – 30 minutes with your Internships Coordinator
• Interview Preparation and/or Evaluating Offers (Full Session) ) – 60 minutes with your Career Specialist
• Caroline
• Diane
• Rachel
• Practice Interview with a Career Specialist (must schedule by phone or email) – 60 minutes with your Career Specialists
• careers@umbc.edu
• (410) 455-2216 from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

-          Caroline

-          Diane

-          Rachel

Remember, all scheduling is handled in UMBCworks! While all staff are happy to communicate to students directly, our appointment calendars are managed though UMBCworks and require scheduling to occur at least 24-hours in advance.

Get the scoop on exciting internship opportunities! Follow the Career Center on Twitter, where we’ll be highlighting amazing internships across a variety of industries all week!

On behalf of the Career Center, along with the National Society of Black Engineers, we are excited to present our first virtual Diversity Recruitment Event.     We will kick-off the program on next Wednesday,10/21 with our Keynote Dr. Letitia Dzirasa, Commissioner of Health for the Baltimore City Department of Health followed by our Virtual Networking Fair on Thursday, 10/22.  Open to all UMBC students/recent alumni of all majors.     REGISTRATION is required for the Networking Fair.  Similar to an in-person fair, you will be able to talk to 30+ employers directly looking to hire UMBC talent for intern and full-time roles. You can have 1-on-1 video chats with representatives or attend group video chats.  See details below.     Looking forward to your participation, The UMBC Career Center Team     Keynote Speaker Dr. Letitia Dzirasa, M.D. Commissioner of Health, Baltimore City Department of Health Wednesday, Oct. 21, 3-4 PM See the separate myUMBC event for details. Let us know your attending too. Networking Fair - 30+ employers Thursday, Oct. 22, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM Network with 30+ employers from a variety of industries who are eager to fill full-time and internship opportunities with UMBC students and alumni Get career advice and gain access to top employers The Networking Fair will be run via the Virtual Career Fairs module in UMBCworks. View the Quick Tour of Virtual Career Fairs for Students.   REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Log into UMBCworks to REGISTER NOW and see full details on registered employers.   Be sure to complete your UMBCworks profile and upload your resume. Also, double check your graduation year and uploaded photo in your Account section of UMBCworks, as employers will see this information when they are chatting with you. Dress professionally, as you will also have the opportunity to video-chat with recruiters.

Whoa! How did that happen?! It is the midpoint of the semester! These next few weeks of midterm time are a great chance to re-evaluate and adjust your study habits, and to keep going with the things that are working well. 

Have you:

• Attended office hours?
• Formed study groups?
• Utilized the Writing Center?
• Connected with the Math and Science Tutoring Center?
• Developed a good time management flow?

If you’re struggling with any of these things, connect with your Woolie, RA, CA or TSN Leader, or Campus Life for support. #UMBC