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Preparation Work for Upcoming Mock Interviews

In preparation of our upcoming job interviews, we are going to practice several skills. We have already been working on resumes and cover letters. In fact you have those completed (or nearly completed). However, you should go back and look at them. See if there are any areas that need polishing. If so, do that so they are as great as they should be for you to be noticed and called for interviewing. Review our earlier information.

Click the Next button to proceed to several websites. View the information on each of these sites as instructed below.

6 Job Interview Skills Teachers Never Taught You

6 Job Interview Skills Teachers Never Taught You

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Job Interview Tips

This website from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics offers some great pointers for job interviewing. You will notice at the bottom of the page other informational links for how to search for jobs and evaluating job offers. You should click those links as well to see the great information that is provided.

As you read, take notes of the provided tips. You will need this for an upcoming activity.

For Teacher Only - BLS Teacher's Guide

This is the teacher's guide for aiding students with job searching. It is suggested that the instructor use this information and apply it in the classroom with students.

Online Education Database Site for Job Interview Tips

This site offers tips for job searching. Again, take notes.

More Job Interview Tips

This site offers great tips. It also gives a job seeker examples of some "tough" questions that could be asked during a job interview. Being prepared is key to successfully landing the job.

How To Evaluate a Job Offer

Once the job is offered to you, how do you determine if it is "right" for you? Get tips from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS).

Job Keeping Skills

This website will take you through a job keeping skills module. You will answer some survey questions. The answers you provide will aid you in completing the modules regarding professional development, attitude, dress, and other topics. Make notes of key points!

Job Keeping Skills Creed

This creed is geared for teens. However, ALL of us need reminding of these important points no matter what our age.

Online Lessons for Work Ethics

Complete the six online lessons for occupational workplace ethics. Print your results as you finish each section.

Online Application for Mississippi State University

This is the website for the online application for admission to Mississippi State University.