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Prepare for an Interview

This page is designed to support students and alumni in preparing for interviews for internships and jobs. Below you will find a wealth of resources, tips on answering common and behavioral questions, industry-specific advice, in addition to resume and cover letter templates. Whether you’re preparing for your first interview or targeting a specialized role, this page equips you with the tools to make a lasting impression.

How to Answer “What Are Your Strengths and Weaknesses?”

by Joel Schwartzberg

Some questions come up again and again in job interviews. At the top of the list: “Tell me about yourself,” “Why do you want to work here?” and “What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?”

The strengths-and-weaknesses …

By Marie Koko
Marie Koko Director of Career and Employer Services
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Fact or Fiction: What Actually Matters to Job Search Success?

Enough is enough: This job market is rough enough without all the bad career advice out there! 🤦‍♂️

Here’s what the data says *ACTUALLY* works – AND what doesn’t matter at all…


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The Future of Public Sector Hiring

If you are looking at state or local government and wondering why hiring is so confusing and lengthy, you are not alone. This report by Work for America delves into the issues surrounding filling these vital public sector roles.

From …

By Marie Koko
Marie Koko Director of Career and Employer Services
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Career resources

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Contact & location

Phone
608-262-3908
Address

Sterling Hall, room 2406
475 N Charter Street
Madison, WI 53706

Career service hours

Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Remote)
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Remote)
Wednesday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (On Campus)
Thursday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (On Campus)
Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (On Campus)

To make an appointment with me, just email your preferred dates/times - and whether you prefer in-person (W-F) or virtual (M-F) - and I will respond with a calendar hold.