 | A Few Things to Keep in Mind
There are thousands of resources out there to help you create a quality resume and fine-tune your interview skills. That said, we'd like to offer you a few specific suggestions for making a good first impression at Microsoft.
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Submitting your resume
A well-prepared resume may not lead directly to a job offer, but it will improve your chances of being considered for a position and perhaps help you land an interview. Here are a few suggestions for submitting a resume to Microsoft.
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Make certain your resume is up-to-date and clearly describes your strengths, past jobs, and expertise.
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To show that you are more qualified than the competition for the positions you are seeking, present specific accomplishments and achievements: percentages increased, accounts expanded, awards won, etc.
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Provide a description of the specific positions that interest you, and your skills and qualifications, so we can best match your abilities and interests with appropriate positions in our company.
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Be factual and don't exaggerate on dates or titles. A background check that discovers inaccurate information could immediately disqualify you from consideration.
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Use the spell checker feature on your computer or ask a friend to review your resume for typos or grammatical errors.
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When you submit a resume to Microsoft, you have three options. You can build your resume with our online Resume Builder, copy & paste your resume into the Copy & Paste option, or you can mail your resume to: Microsoft Corporation, Attn.: Staffing Department, One Microsoft Way, Suite 303, Redmond, WA 98052-8303.
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Be sure to include your current contact information.
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Preparing for an interview
A typical Microsoft interview is anything but typical. Your interview could include a technical discussion of the projects you've worked on, an abstract design question, or general problem-solving puzzles or brainteasers. The types of questions you'll be asked will vary depending on the position you're looking for, but all are meant to investigate your capabilities and potential to grow. We look for original, creative thinkers, people with a passion for what they do and the energy to make those around them better. Let us offer a few words of advice on how to make the most of your Microsoft interview.
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Come well rested. You will typically meet with three to six different people over the course of your interview. You want to be mentally prepared.
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Dress comfortably. Wear whatever makes you comfortable in an interview. Microsoft prizes intelligence and contribution over style.
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Relax and be yourself. Natural enthusiasm and positive attitude will take you a long way to making a positive impression.
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Be prepared for abstract questions. You will probably be asked one or two. There may be no right or wrong answer: they are usually asked to see how well you think on the spot.
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Remember, an interview is an opportunity for you to get to know us, as well as for us to get to know you. Relax. Ask questions. Listen. Learn. This may be the beginning of an incredible journey.
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