Admissions What to wear when applying or going for an interview?

[Cyrus]

Another piece of advice, because you're working in finance, keep that haircut razor sharp.

(speaking of which, I need one too.) My hair sucks, it does not stay down or in place. I hate my hair. My hair is thick, not thin so its never straight. I have that italian/greek hair brushed back look.

 

[mathwonk]

thank you cyrus, i am greatly in your debt for appreciation of insanity.

i admit i am something of a disciple of the patch adams school of interviewing.

 

[symbolipoint]

Amazing! On a physics/engineering/mathematics/other-science concerns forum board, a discussion of manner of dress occurs and is maintained for several days.
JasonRox, wear whatever you believe is best for the several meetings which you attend, and then tell us how everything goes.

 

[mr_coffee]

I find this more interesting than the overflow of, "why isn't my GPA a 4.0?" or the classic, how can I be the best threads.

 

[JasonRox]

I think this thread was definitely necessary. Everyone is talking about all the possibilities of things you can wear while considering the area you're going into.

I'll try to get a picture of myself in a suit, and then a more casual one.

 

[Cyrus]

I think a lot of people don't know how to dress socially, no matter what the major or personality.

Id say, if your at work, make it a habbit to dress sharp. You can always make someone feel comfortable around you if they are not dressed as well as you by being friendly and open with them. Showing them your not a stuckup in a suit will lower their defense.

 

[JasonRox]

I think a lot of people don't know how to dress socially, no matter what the major or personality.

Id say, if your at work, make it a habbit to dress sharp. You can always make someone feel comfortable around you if they are not dressed as well as you by being friendly and open with them. Showing them your not a stuckup in a suit will lower their defense.

Exactly, I agree with that. And once you show how friendly you are, you become even more valuable because you're now well-dressed and cool.

 

[Chronos]

Always wear a suit, button down collared shirt, tie, and freshly polished conservative dress shoes to an interview, unless otherwise directed. It shows respect and desire to present yourself at your best. You can always remove the coat and tie if you feel overdressed. No reasonably sane person will think less of you for showing up 'overdressed'. Leave the cologne in the bottle, but not the mouthwash. Get a haircut, shave [best] or neatly trim any facial hair, and do your nails. Ladies should use makeup sparingly. A touch of color on the lips and cheeks, and minimal mascara is acceptable. Go easy on the jewelry, and ALWAYS wear a nice [but not extravagant] wrist watch. Bring a nice pen and pocket notepad. At very least, confirm the names and spelling of each interviewer, and write them down. Tell them you appreciate the interview opportunity and their time. Always send a thank you note to each and every person who interviewed you and reemphasize your interest in the position. Do this 2-3 days after the interview to show you have given it some thought.

 

[Serbian.matematika]

what about female engineers?

 

[JasonRox]

what about female engineers?

Short shorts and skimpy tanktop. That'll do it.

Again, just like males, go for a conservative style suit. No scents or anything like that.

 

[JasonRox]

I got a job! Woohoo!

I start in 2 weeks. Bonus!

 

[D H]

Congrats! and good luck.

 

[turbo]

I got a job! Woohoo!

I start in 2 weeks. Bonus!

Yay! Go get 'em!

 

[mattmns]

Cool, congrats! What kind of work will you be doing?

 

[JasonRox]

Cool, congrats! What kind of work will you be doing?

I'll be doing office work. It'll mostly be doing some purchasing, accounting and finance.

That's a full-time job. I have other part-time jobs on the wait list right now.