20 years old and I still haven't held a job... blegh. But yeah, I'm going out to Universal Studios tomorrow for an interview. Any tips? Do's and don'ts?
Some good ones: Have a question for the interviewer. Maybe "What do you think helped you get to where you are?" or something along those lines. People like to talk about themselves and it makes you sound driven.
Manners, dress apporpriately
BE ON TIME
Have an extra copy of your resume/transcript/id/whatever else you need to bring
Answer honestly, don't be afraid to say, "Hmm, good question" think for 5 seconds, then give a good answer, much better than just blurting out something stupid.
Confidence helps. I am sure you will do fine! Also, although I have no idea how one gets to 20 without working, it is never too late to start!
Think long and hard about what you're going to ask them when they say "Do you have any questions for us", just don't mention anything about salary or days off or the such. And DO NOT say you have nothing to ask.
Back when I used to work for people other than myself, I'd always ask things like "What are the top three expectations you have for the person filling the position for which I'm applying?" Stuff like that.
If it's for the job I'm thinking you're applying for...don't be a dumbass and tell them you'll write a book about it a year or two down the road (no pun intended).
@Fajita_Jim: Yeah, I think that's my main thing. I don't want to go in and get no information out of the interviewer. I guess I should bring a notebook or something then, and think of some questions between now and tomorrow afternoon.
Yeah, like someone else said, don't be afraid to pause to answer a question. If you aren't sure, tell them, don't bull shit. But you can say, I'm not quite sure, but if I were to do it, I'd do "add sentence".
@KaosAngel: I've already forgotten the proper name for the position, but it's for making sure people are shuffling along in an orderly fashion at the rides, basically. Checking people's lap bars, and what have you.
Unless you think you can pull it off really well, no facial hair. A fresh hair cut can also help. My buddy went to do an interview with the worlds worst beard and he didn't get the job.
@Famov: Already shaved. May do a once over before I go if my shadow gets too heavy by then.
@Mmmslash: I'm always self-conscious of how I smell. At least when my day starts. I don't think this is the sort of job that warrants a tie sort of get up, but I will wear "my Sunday best", if you will.
" Make absolutely positive you smell nice. You can look professional as hell, but people have a higher opinion of people who smell lovely. Don't overdue it, of course. "
DO NOT wear cologne or perfurme or whatever. Many people have allergies to these and you may turn your interviewer into a puffy, barely-human miserable mess by the time it's over. Some good shampoo and deodorant are fine.
My only advice from what hasn't been mentioned already is to make it clear that you are team player, but also a leader. Interviewers tend to eat that shit up.
" My only advice from what hasn't been mentioned already is to make it clear that you are team player, but also a leader. Interviewers tend to eat that shit up. "
Yeah, I think I have a good, recent example of that. @KaosAngel said:
" @kishan6 said:
" @KaosAngel: what job? "
Watch an episode of Top Gear and you'll figure it out. :P "
" always look the people in the eye and for the love of god have confidence in ur self since if you cant they how are they "
@hack745 said:
" Ask questions about the company. Good questions, not anything that can be answered by browsing the website. Also, and arguably more important: Sweat confidence. Know you're the best fit for that job. "
Gotcha. I'll listen to Rush on the way there so I feel nothing but fucking awesome when I walk in the doors.
Be chill and most definitely be yourself. Ask questions (not a lot, but enough to show that you are actively interested in the interview & the company/position you're interested in). When you get asked questions, answer to the best of your abilities, and try to present yourself as a positive, punctual team player who is not afraid to take on individual work if needed.
Even though I have no prior job experience, should I bring in a resume? Like of my educational accomplishments, and contact information (even though they already have it from when I applied).
" Even though I have no prior job experience, should I bring in a resume? Like of my educational accomplishments, and contact information (even though they already have it from when I applied). "
Eh, I'd skip it, unless you had some previous jobs or volunteer work (or if you were in student government or president of a club, accomplishments like that). Seems unnecessary to me.
" Even though I have no prior job experience, should I bring in a resume? Like of my educational accomplishments, and contact information (even though they already have it from when I applied). "
Eh, I'd skip it, unless you had some previous jobs or volunteer work (or if you were in student government or president of a club, accomplishments like that). Seems unnecessary to me. "
Well I graduated from my high school's engineering magnet program, which I think might be worth mentioning, so that's why. I also had to do an internship for it. I'm a little reluctant to mention that though because I no longer have their contact information. Not to mention they probably don't remember me... (two and a half years ago, and they get a lot of interns in there).
" Even though I have no prior job experience, should I bring in a resume? Like of my educational accomplishments, and contact information (even though they already have it from when I applied). "
Eh, I'd skip it, unless you had some previous jobs or volunteer work (or if you were in student government or president of a club, accomplishments like that). Seems unnecessary to me. "
Well I graduated from my high school's engineering magnet program, which I think might be worth mentioning, so that's why. I also had to do an internship for it. I'm a little reluctant to mention that though because I no longer have their contact information. Not to mention they probably don't remember me... (two and a half years ago, and they get a lot of interns in there). "
If they don't have it bring it. At the very least they can keep it on file if they don't give you the job, and possibly call you later if another one opens up.
The most important thing is to be sound confident in what you're saying. Even if it's utter bullshit. Like if they ask you "Where do you see yourself in 5-years?" Don't answer with "Not working in this shithole!" Even if that's what you believe. Make something up, sound good. Honestly just be prepared to answer whatever they ask even if you don't know. It's much better to say "Give me a second to think about that," and come back with a good response than to say "I don't know," and leave it at that.
" 20 years old and I still haven't held a job... blegh. But yeah, I'm going out to Universal Studios tomorrow for an interview. Any tips? Do's and don'ts? "
I'm 20, have never had a job and also have my first interview tomorrow. Weird.
" Even though I have no prior job experience, should I bring in a resume? Like of my educational accomplishments, and contact information (even though they already have it from when I applied). "
Eh, I'd skip it, unless you had some previous jobs or volunteer work (or if you were in student government or president of a club, accomplishments like that). Seems unnecessary to me. "
Well I graduated from my high school's engineering magnet program, which I think might be worth mentioning, so that's why. I also had to do an internship for it. I'm a little reluctant to mention that though because I no longer have their contact information. Not to mention they probably don't remember me... (two and a half years ago, and they get a lot of interns in there). "
If they don't have it bring it. At the very least they can keep it on file if they don't give you the job, and possibly call you later if another one opens up. The most important thing is to be sound confident in what you're saying. Even if it's utter bullshit. Like if they ask you "Where do you see yourself in 5-years?" Don't answer with "Not working in this shithole!" Even if that's what you believe. Make something up, sound good. Honestly just be prepared to answer whatever they ask even if you don't know. It's much better to say "Give me a second to think about that," and come back with a good response than to say "I don't know," and leave it at that. "
Well my application stays in their system for 90 days, so I guess that's another reason to not look like an ass by bringing a dinky one.
" 20 years old and I still haven't held a job... blegh. But yeah, I'm going out to Universal Studios tomorrow for an interview. Any tips? Do's and don'ts? "
I'm 20, have never had a job and also have my first interview tomorrow. Weird. "
Don't tell them you are 20 and still never had a job... Hah!
I actually wanted to give some good advice but I'm too drunk.
A quick few... Be yourself, unless you suck. Be confident but not cocky. No1 wants to work w/ a d-bag. Make eye contact. (Yes dress appropriately) Do your research about the company and have questions ready in return. Be early.
Good luck! Gotta go, time to watch The Walking Dead...
So there are other 20 year olds who haven't had real jobs, I thought I was the only one Unfortunately I have to do work experience in order to get my engineering degree so I have to get a job at some point Good luck mate, hope it goes well
" Your internship thingy would definitely be something you'd put on a resume, so I'd go for it in that case. Just wondering, Universal Studios in LA ("Hollywood"), Florida or one of those weird ones in Not-America? "
Florida. It's about 40 minutes away from me, but I haven't been able to find anything super close. I got an email back the next day I sent in my application so that felt pretty awesome. Previously I would either get nothing, or something a week later telling me to buzz off.
1. Make sure you give a strong handshake when offered. 2. Look them in the eyes while. Or in between their eyes if you don't like to look directly. 3. Speak strongly and try to mimic their body language.
All those things will make you appear confident and likable. Most people who do interviews are rather nice so just have a good time.
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