Tuesday, September 14, 2010

How to Prepare For an IT Job Application

By : Marie Coles

As job competition increases, it is becoming increasingly harder for the young and the older to get a job. For most employers, it is the mixture of education and experience that makes them hire a person, as well as their personal drive. They want someone who is committed, talented, already has the knowledge, takes the initiative and is reliable.

First of all before you even get that interview, you will need to send a CV or filled out a job application. In this you need to demonstrate how you fit the essential criteria, through job related experience, personal or voluntary experience and educational experience (degree or certifications such as the mcitp). You will be demonstrating to the company that you a very rounded character who can fit the criteria. On the other hand, you need to demonstrate the fact that you are talented in particular areas. If you are really into the technician side of I.T, write about exactly what you have covered in this area and particular incidents as this will show that you not just an average skilled employee - and that you are really worth having.

Moreover, it is essential that you learn about the company beforehand in order to understand what they exactly may want out of you. This will be useful in the tailored application and the interview. For instance, the size of the company will influence how you will write about your skills, i.e. a big company may desire excellent communication skills. For a big company, you may suggest that you have excellent interpersonal skills with a vast variety of people, suggesting that your communication skills are not limited. Think of a CV as writing to your audience and tailor your language and skills to that. However, never lie as this can get you into some terrible trouble.

If you get to interview, remember to prepare as well as possible. For a second time, have a look at exactly what their business is about, including what they are doing now and their future aims. Learn some facts that can be easily dropped in at the interview, but don't overdo as this can be off putting as they want to know about you as well. Revise over any terminology too - you won't be tested upon it usually - but you may need it to answer the questions. However, you make have to take an aptitude test which will cover logical thinking, or even a personality test. Have a try at a few online tests before you do the real thing.

Prepare beforehand by dressing smartly, leaving plenty of travel time and taking any certificates. This includes GCSE's, A-levels, degree, mcitp and other certifications. Also practice with your partner, family member or a friend a few answers to questions interviewers usually ask. Make sure you don't sound too rigid and robotic, but passionate about what you are speaking about as the delivery is as important as the content. If you are particularly nervous, write a few notes the night before and make sure you relax before the interview.

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