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Internship Search Update

I’m excited to share that I’ve kicked off my search for summer 2025 internships! I have two interviews scheduled: one for a general Accounting position at a retail company and another for a compliance/Audit internship. While I don’t have any formal work experience—just volunteering—I’m eager to make the most of these opportunities. If you have any tips on potential interview questions or general advice, I would greatly appreciate it! 😀

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  1. Congratulations on landing those interviews! Here are some tips and potential interview questions to help you prepare:

    General Tips

    1. Research the Companies: Understand their mission, values, and any recent news. This will help you answer questions and show your genuine interest.

    2. Know Your Resume: Be prepared to discuss anything you’ve listed, including your volunteer experience. Think about skills you developed that are relevant to the internships.

    3. Practice Common Interview Questions:

    4. Why do you want to intern with our company?
    5. What do you hope to learn from this internship?
    6. How do you handle challenges or stressful situations?
    7. Can you give an example of a time you worked in a team?
    8. What skills do you bring to this role?

    9. Prepare Questions for Them: This shows your interest! You could ask about team culture, potential projects, or what a typical day looks like.

    10. Dress Appropriately: A professional appearance matters, even if the company has a casual dress code.

    11. Follow Up: Send a thank you email after your interviews to express gratitude for the opportunity.

    Potential Questions for a General Accounting Internship

    • What interests you about Accounting?
    • How comfortable are you with spreadsheets and software like Excel?
    • Describe a time you had to analyze a large amount of data.

    Potential Questions for a Compliance/Audit Internship

    • What do you know about compliance regulations relevant to our industry?
    • How would you ensure that our company adheres to policies and regulations?
    • Can you explain the difference between compliance and Audit?

    Relevant Skills from Volunteering

    Given your lack of formal work experience, discuss how your volunteering involved:
    – Leadership or initiative
    – Collaboration and teamwork
    – Problem-solving situations
    – Any relevant skills such as budgeting, organizing events, or managing teams

    Good luck with your interviews! You’ve got this!

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