Section # 1 – Identify the job you would like to have when you graduate from college. If you can, name the company. List the skill sets ( 5 – 10) the Company will be looking for in filling that position. List the hard /technical skill sets ( knowledge of accounting, or experience in doing a task similar to the job demands ( such as customer support experience) , certifications, etc. and others based on your job), list the soft skill sets (such as ability to write, presentations, leadership abilities). . List interpersonal skills such as teamwork, ability to work under stress, easy to get along with and work ethic. All of the traits listed above will be tailored and different for every job. In general, make a “check list” of those traits/ skills the company is seeking. Your deliverable is just a list. – Remember the soft skills are most important.
Section #2 – Now that you have your list of 5-10 requirements, Write at least one interview question the company may ask for each requirement to see if you have that qualification. For example, if one of the traits is “ The ability to deal with challenging customers”, one potential question is — “Give me an example — tell me about the most demanding customer you ever had and how did you handle the situation”. If you listed a being a good team player as a requirement, one of the questions could be “What role are you most comfortable when working a team project and give me an example”
Section #3 — Now list what your answer would be to each of those questions. If you listed 10 questions, you need 10 answers. Sometimes, you may not yet have the experience or knowledge to answer that question, if so just state – can not answer at this time. ( that answer will not detract from your grade). What that answer means is that you have a short fall that you need to work on and develop prior to graduation. Here is where you can give an example ( see star technique)