Two related questions about an upcoming industry conference I'm volunteering at. First concerning talking to an exhibitor I interviewed with recently but haven't heard an offer or rejection from. Second is about approaching a speaker at the conference I really look up to. More inside ... [more inside]
posted on Aug 22, 2008 - 3 answers

In about six weeks I expect to have a technical interview for a graduate position with MS. What can I do between now and then to be as well prepared as possible? [more inside]
posted on Jul 22, 2008 - 7 answers

Upcoming interview for a technical Dream Job. Problem is, I've been working in a similar-ish industry, but don't have any professional experience directly related. How can I better emphasize my broad technical background, autodidact tendencies and passion for the industry to help assuage concerns the interviewer may have? [more inside]
posted on Jul 3, 2008 - 3 answers

How big of a deal is it to be looking for a job without a job? [more inside]
posted on Jun 29, 2008 - 12 answers

The [very big city newspaper] is coming to my house tomorrow to interview us, and I'm a mess. [more inside]
posted on Jun 26, 2008 - 29 answers

I have a job interview on Wednesday for a very interesting non-profit organization involved with animal research (for good purposes). All of my suits are skirt/jacket combos. I'm very short...too short for pant suits, and no time for alterations. The skirt suits wouldn't be a problem if I didn't have a huge tattoo on my leg. In my former career in creative arts, tattoos were acceptable and even commonplace. I'm not sure if this is a big deal with the new field. Nylons look silly over the work, and tights make me look like a little girl. Plus, it's very hot out. Is showing the tattoo something I should worry about? Do you think it will be viewed negatively? Any suggestions to help make me look more professional? [more inside]
posted on Jun 16, 2008 - 32 answers

My first job interview is coming up and I'm wondering which is the lesser of two evils to disclose. [more inside]
posted on Jun 15, 2008 - 34 answers

Years ago, I was fired from a job after raising concerns I had over some questionable practices with my manager and a V.P. I did some research recently and learned the company's investors killed the company - for exactly the things I was concerned about. Do I even bother to raise this in an interview if asked about the job? (Naturally, there's more inside.) [more inside]
posted on May 6, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm interviewing for jobs. I've stated that I can work immediately (which is true), but I have a week-long trip at the end of May. Should I disclose this at my interviews? Does my going on a trip lessen my chance of getting the job if I do say something?
posted on May 2, 2008 - 16 answers

What is the correct e-mail etiquette in this situation? [more inside]
posted on May 2, 2008 - 17 answers

Attorney job applicant left something off resume. [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2008 - 19 answers

What's it like to do interview for an hourly position at Google? To work there as a worker bee? [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2008 - 4 answers

Is there anything I can do to salvage this disastrous job interview? If not, can you help me to stop beating myself up? [more inside]
posted on Mar 12, 2008 - 16 answers

InterviewFilter: Will I be automatically trumped by someone with a portfolio full of flash? [more inside]
posted on Mar 9, 2008 - 5 answers

Lawyers/legal staffers: Can you tell me what it is like to work for a nonprofit legal services organization? And what will they be looking for at my interview? [more inside]
posted on Mar 6, 2008 - 11 answers

Lawyers: I spent the first part of my law career self-employed, so have never been through the interview process. Now I'm looking for a "real" job. Please hold my hand. [more inside]
posted on Feb 10, 2008 - 7 answers

Help me look good in a photo accompanying a news story. [more inside]
posted on Jan 23, 2008 - 15 answers

How to bail on a Job Interview due to bad reference for the employer (doing the hiring) without stepping on toes? [more inside]
posted on Jan 8, 2008 - 8 answers

NewJobFilter: I'm a programmer with some phone interviews next week that I'd like to be prepared for. I'm up for some non-senior coding positions on site reliability, infrastructure and operations teams with a few different top ten internet companies. Any tips on what I should brush up on before I'm on the phone with some expert? [more inside]
posted on Sep 15, 2007 - 3 answers

It's easy to find information about acing an interview, but how to gracefully bow out if during that process you determine it isn't a great fit? [more inside]
posted on Aug 26, 2007 - 15 answers

I am about to interview for a job which I am vastly under qualified for. What the can I talk about? [more inside]
posted on Aug 23, 2007 - 16 answers

I need advice on a thorny job interview problem. Do I mention that I have a nemesis? [more inside]
posted on Aug 23, 2007 - 12 answers

I am planning on leaving my job soon, because I work in a "toxic" environment with a miserable and mean boss. When asked in an interview why I left this job, how am I supposed to respond? [more inside]
posted on Jul 14, 2007 - 19 answers

I need advice for my community college job interviews this week. [more inside]
posted on May 14, 2007 - 9 answers

I was fired almost 8 months ago, now I've got an interview. Help me spin this to my advantage. [more inside]
posted on Apr 20, 2007 - 14 answers

Weird interview scenario - am I being a little paranoid about this? [more inside]
posted on Apr 5, 2007 - 16 answers

I just started a great new job. My dream company just called to offer an interview. I have no idea how I should handle all this. [more inside]
posted on Mar 9, 2007 - 28 answers

How much power would I have to negotiate compensation, contract length, and benefits for a full-time internship in a highly competitive industry in Maryland? What kind of wage is reasonable for this position? [more inside]
posted on Jan 18, 2007 - 5 answers

When to mention migraines, if at all, during job interview? [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2006 - 17 answers

I'm considering taking a major risk and changing careers entirely [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2006 - 5 answers

How, under Equal Employment Opportunity, can a prospective employer ask you to sign a HIPAA waiver? [more inside]
posted on Apr 26, 2006 - 8 answers

What are likely questions to be asked at an academic job interview? [more inside]
posted on Jan 30, 2006 - 12 answers

I've got a marathon job interview coming up, and I'm looking for advice on: a professional purse or briefcase I can use; how to stay energized, alert and upbeat for two consecutive days; cultural things I should be aware of in northeast Florida. [more inside]
posted on Jul 20, 2005 - 15 answers