Reference no: EM132165395

Instructions: • Find a company online where you would like to apply for a job

• Research the company and write a description using the guidelines below

• Answer the question: Why do you want to work for this company? Do Your Homework When I say, “homework” I am referring to research and preparation in three key areas: 1. Know yourself 2. Know the company 3. Know the position and the department

1. Know Yourself Before you talk to employers, or even network for positions, you need to have a strong grasp of what you can offer them. (What’s the return on investment you provide to the employer?) You should be able to talk about your strengths and your accomplishments, and to readily give concrete answers to questions such as “What are your greatest strengths?” “Why should we hire you?” and “Tell me about yourself” as well as “What do you know about us? And “Why do you want to work here?

2. Know the Company Get to know the companies you will be talking to (or talking about, if networking). When you know details about them, their culture, their goals, their products, and their challenges, you are then able to talk about yourself and your fit into the company. Google the company and read all you can. Visit their company website to learn more about them.

3. Know the Position and the Department In this economy, there is no room for shopping for “any job you find me qualified for.” Instead, you need to know where you would fit into the company, whether there is a current advertised opening or not. Putting it all Together Once you have done all your pre-interview homework, you will never again find yourself blundering on critical questions like, “Why do you want to work here?” Instead, you will be prepared to talk knowledgeably about the company and position, why they interest you, and how you will fit in with your skill set, personality and experience.