Just a resume.
It would list my certificates and any targeted training, as well as
references to my CAD Manuals and other points of professional
accomplishment... along with an invitation to explore any of those more
closely.
One interview I had, the interviewer (technical interviewer) quizzed me
deeply on each item (qualifications, software expertise, etc)... then
started commenting on some of the articles I'd written about my industry
(oh, yes, he Googled me before the interview). He did ask to see one
thing in a follow up interview, which was a peek at my document database
(but, granted me extra time to populate it with fake placeholder
information).
I think flipping through a bunch of papers that could easily be
summarized in one line on my resume would have detracted a bit from the
conversation.
But, keep in mind, I'm not a designer, so I wouldn't be bringing along
any drawings to show off my skills.
I did also interview with the HR director for this firm, and she
concentrated more on my education, my work and salary history and my
general friendliness.
Sadly, they had a less than robust vacation plan and expensive
insurance... 😞
The next company that I interviewed for... well, I saved them time, and
pointed them to where they could find my industry articles in my cover
letter.
Melanie Perry
***not all who wander are lost***
http://Tech-Tea.com
http://MistressOfTheDorkness.blogspot.com
kemp wrote:
> IT has been so many years... As a CAD Manager what would YOU bring to an
> interview for a potentially fantastic job opportunity?
