33-48 Credits: Interviewing
Be prepared to talk about your qualifications and experiences related to the job.
Create a Resume
Students should begin to develop a resume their first semester at JCTC. Not only is a resume an essential tool in marketing your candidacy to employers, it can also be a helpful career planning tool. A CREW Center Counselor can help you develop a customize resume, identify gaps in your candidacy, and provide you with tools and resources to fill these gaps during your time at JCTC. Review these action steps below to get started:
- Schedule an appointment to receive customized career coaching targeted to your goals.
- Submit your own resume draft to the Resume Dropbox. You will receive feedback from a counselor within 48 business hours.
Prepare for a Succesful Interview
A resume will lead to an interview…but a successful interview will lead to the job! The CREW Career Center can help you communicate to employers how your coursework, experiences and interest make you the ideal candidate for the job. Get help in the following ways:
- Schedule an practice interview, also called a mock interview, with a CREW Counselor to practice your interviewing skills. You’ll receive feedback on your interviewing preparation, answers to common and industry specific questions, and next steps to ensure your interviewing success.
- Review the Interview Resource Guide for additional interview preparation assistance and tips.
Identify How Military Experience Relates to Career Goals
Search codes or titles from the Military Occupational Classification (MOC) to identify the skills that you can market to future employers by using the ONET Crosswalk.