backthatSASSup wrote: I really like ItsMe's statement. I'm gonna gank that and change it up a bit. You said it much better than I did.  I am just so nervous about this. I want to make sure it's perfect. What should I do about printing? Does using special paper make a difference?
Thanks....nervous is normal and interviewers know it. They will ask you questions, give you scenarios, or even try to stump you. They are professionals at interviews. They are experts at not only what you say but how you say it. Don't lie or bullshit them. Know your subject matter and answer positively, semi enthusiastically, and above all never anything negative. Have a friend interview you. Remember you are selling yourself. How are you better than the other 200 interviewees? What makes them want you? How are you going to be an asset to their company? How are you going to generate more revenue than you cost? If your computer crashes and you have an important account to get ready, what would you do? These are questions you may have to answer. You may not be able to, but have, no bullshit, positive responses. Think on your feet. Thats what they look for. Go over your resume upside down and inside out.Have it in a folder along with a couple of other copies in case there are two interviewers and only one has a copy, they may do that on purpose to see how much attention to detail you are aware of. Don't get shit faced the night before, no beans and beer, garlic or onions. Trimmed hair, a conservative suit, do not smoke before, stand up to shake hands, and thank them as you tell them you enjoyed the interview and are looking forward to a second interview. Include that you feel your eagerness to learn the industry, your positive attitude, and your desire to work with people, will be an asset to their company. Smile warmly, shake hands, and get ready for the next interview. Pronounce your words correctly, don't be overly friendly, a quick quip inserted may break some icy waters. Be concise and answer only enough to spark their interest. This may be an internship, but later if it is a 50 grand a year job and you stay for ten years, you are trying to sell a 500 thousand dollar account.
As for the resume...concise and positive. Include work, school, the credits per semester, GPA, all show an ability to juggle time effectively. Including an expected graduation date and any plans for graduate work shows you are goal oriented. HR people will toss your resume in the trash, literally, if the date is wrong, misspelled words, or if they have to use to much brain power to decide on an interview. They read hundreds of them for a single job. Learn the computer catch words and include them. Many companies use scanners to pre-qualify resumes.
In any event, be yourself, professional, but yourself. And be ready for rejection. It happens. Learn and move to the next one with the attitude, how can I do better. That in itself is the attitude prospective employers look for. Remember, you aren't going to be perfect....if someone is really good at interviews and resumes, it could mean he or she does it many times over and are always looking for work, they may not be a good fit and HR people know that........Good Luck
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I need to come in with something first, though.