How to Prepare for a Gem of a Workplace
When I submitted my query asking recruiters and hiring managers what questions they think candidates should ask during job interviews, I got responses from a variety of sources. One of those sources was the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Career Services Manager, Dani Oliver, took a few minutes out of her busy day to talk with me and give me her thoughts.
"Benefits should be the last questions asked," Oliver advised. "It can even be saved until the second interview."
She went on to say that a few of the students from GIA received jobs through job fairs, receiving offers as much as six months later from recruiters who were interested in hiring them after graduation.
So what do hiring managers and recruiters look for in recent college graduates looking for entry-level jobs in the gem industry?
- "Someone who's confident,
- Looks them in the eye,
- Shakes their hands and
- Who did their homework."
More importantly, "recruiters are looking for people who share their passion," Oliver said. So, what interview questions did she suggest a candidate should ask?
- "What is a typical day like?
- What is the hardest part of your day?
- What is the best part of your day?"
GIA offers career coaching for students to take advantage of during their annual career fair. So there's no excuse for graduates of the Gemological Institute of America to embark on the professional world like diamonds in the rough.
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