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Interview Tips

“Management Consulting Week” FREE Workshops

Next week, Leland is hosting “Management Consulting Week,” a free 10 part event series taught by experts from McKinsey, Bain, BCG and other top firms. They will be covering case interviews, math structure, frameworks, networking strategies, resumes, cover letters, and more. 

Registrations are limited, so secure your spot today!

By Lisa Dinsmore
Lisa Dinsmore Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development Center, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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Mock Madness is HERE!

Practice your Interview Skills and earn a chance to win a Bentley sweatshirt and other fabulous prizes!

When you get selected to enter the “big dance” of the interview process with your favorite employer, you want to be sure you are well prepared to perform at your best! For the end of March, the Pulsifer Career Development Center will provide you with a little extra incentive to practice some of the most common interview questions. To enter our “Mock Madness” …

By Lisa Dinsmore
Lisa Dinsmore Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development Center, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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8 Mistakes Accounting Professionals Make When Applying For Jobs [Webinar]

This on-demand webinar from the AICPA focuses on personal branding, resumes, LinkedIn, networking, and interviews. You’ll learn common mistakes to avoid, plus innovative strategies to help you stand out during the accounting application and interview process. These tips are great for accountants at any stage of their career journey. Access the free webinar here.

By Melissa J. Sawyer
Melissa J. Sawyer Senior Associate Director/Operations Manager, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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The Four Interview Personalities: Which One Are You?

Turns out interview personalities are a thing! Find out what they are and what it means to be each type.

By Isabella Ampié
Isabella Ampié
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Adventis Financial Modeling Boot Camp | On-Campus, Sunday, 2/4 | Enroll by 1/26 for Discount!

Interested in Investment Banking or Private Equity?  Consider enrolling in Adventis’ Financial Modeling Certification Program to stand out amongst your peers!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER.

By MaryEllen Ryan
MaryEllen Ryan Senior Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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Jefferies: Applications Now Open for Upcoming Diversity Symposiums

The Jefferies Diversity Council is happy to announce that we are now accepting applications for our 2024 Diversity Symposiums. We invite qualified sophomore candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.  Selected candidates will have the opportunity to spend an immersive day with Jefferies professionals and gain valuable insight into our 2025 summer intern recruiting process.

The Investment Banking Diversity Symposium will take place on Thursday, February 1, 2024, and is now open for applications.  This Symposium is geared toward …

By MaryEllen Ryan
MaryEllen Ryan Senior Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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National Student Data Corps Career Central for Data Science Students

Check out this great compilation of career resources made specifically for data science students! The National Student Data Corps has created a comprehensive career board for young data professionals, including everything from job search sites, career and presentation resources, data science cheat sheets, resources for women and minorities in tech, featured jobs, and more! Check out the NSDC Career Central here.

By Melissa J. Sawyer
Melissa J. Sawyer Senior Associate Director/Operations Manager, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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Don’t Have Work Experience Yet? Talk About These in Your Resume or Interview Instead

For your first internship or job, how are you supposed to convince a recruiter that you’re qualified when you have limited past professional experiences? The best thing to do is speak on your other involvements, commitments, leadership experiences, and succesful classwork. Highlight the important responsibilities you had, the skills you learned from these experiences, and how you will transfer them to the specific job role.

By Hailey Jennato
Hailey Jennato Creative Graphic Designer
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Technical Data Analytics Interview Question Examples

When applying to a data analytics job or interview, you’ll likely be asked some technical questions that assess your knowledge and your past experiences. Interviewers will want to see your logical thinking skills and your ability to effectively communicate. In order to prepare for technical questions, check out this great article from Indeed. It includes some common data analytics interview questions and sample answers.

By Melissa J. Sawyer
Melissa J. Sawyer Senior Associate Director/Operations Manager, Undergraduate Career Development, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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Corporate Jargon You Should Look Out For

You might have a job or be looking for one, but do you talk like you do? Corporate jargon is slang for the job; you can implement casual words and phrases in conversation with coworkers or employers. Consisting primarily of technical terms, shortened phrases, or even slang on a specific field. Though you don’t need to know all these words and phrases or memorize them for a job interview like you are about to take an exam, it can help …

By Isabella Ampié
Isabella Ampié
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