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Interviewing


Informational Interviewing | PDF
An Informational Interview can be an excellent way to build your professional network.  Many MIIS alumni already working in your chosen field may be willing to give you 10-30 minutes of their time, either in person or over the phone.  Here is some advice on how to conduct yourself so you make your professional network work for you. 

Sample Interview Questions | PDF
Here you'll find an exhaustive list of sample interview questions - from the basic questions most people will encounter in their job search, to sector-specific questions for select sectors. Prepared, practiced responses to these questions will save you later. 

Interview Techniques Presentation  | PDF
Help get yourself into the interview-zone, where you effortlessly glide through the interview, stun the interviewers with your talent, skills, and abilities, and get the job offer. 

Factors Used in Evaluating Candidates | PDF
"So what did they think of me?" you may ask yourself.  Here are a list of factors and methods employers use to evaluate your interview.  Biggest tip of all - if they didn't write it down - you never said it!

What to Avoid When Interviewing | PDF
There are do's and there are don'ts in a job interview.  Here we help you make the best impression possible.  

Tips for a Successful Interview | PDF
If an organization is interviewing you, it means they already feel that you are qualified enough to do the job.  The interview is their chance to see if you would fit within the organization or team.  Here are the basics for having a successful interview.

Interview Portfolio Tips | PDF
Portfolios designed for employment interviews provide hiring officials & search teams with further documentation of your philosophy, personality and professionalism.  Carefully select items that showcase your abilities and best teaching practices.

Job Fair Follow Up | PDF
Job fairs are an excellent way to acquaint yourself with an organization and vice versa.  Here are some tips on how to turn that first impression into a potential job interview.  

Salary Negotiation Presentation | PDF
Negotiate before you accept the job!  This presentation contains advice about how to calculate the true value of your benefits - that two year contract in Mongolia could end up costing you more than you thought. 

Overseas Salary & Benefits | PDF
If you are looking for an overseas assignment, there are many factors you should take into account.  A high salary may not go as far as you think. This document helps you figure out what you should be negotiating for.  

For additional information about career development at the Graduate School of International Policy Studies, please contact:

Jennifer Hambleton, Career Development Manager, GSIPS Development and Special Programs
jennifer.hambleton@miis.edu
831-647-6676

 
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