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Internship and  Research Sites (*recent Scottie Sites) 
 
Major in Economics 
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information. 
Economics studies how societies allocate scarce resources in the     
presence of unlimited wants. The economics major will prepare you for 
a career in business or non-profit fields by providing a thorough     
background in economic theory and applications. Many students      
supplement economics coursework with classes in programming,     
policy, and organization management.  
Seek out opportunities to develop 
these skills and experiences:  
Career Fields 
Brokerage 
Consulting 
Economic Development 
Government/Public Service  
Human Resources/Labor Relations 
Law 
Market Research 
Public/Private Utilities 
Programming 
Campus & Community Involvement 
 Get involved during your undergraduate career, both on     
campus and in the local community:  
Aon Hewitt 
AT&T* 
AVID Entrepreneurship* 
Decatur Arts Alliance* 
DeKalb County* 
Federal Reserve Bank 
Federal Home Loan Bank* 
French American Chamber of Commerce* 
Georgia Power Company* 
Management Centre Europe 
Morgan Stanley* 
SunTrust 
US EEO Commission  
World Chamber of Commerce 
 
Learning Beyond the 
Classroom 
 
Campus Involvement 
Omicron Delta Epsilon 
Association for Women in Math 
Math/Econ Tutoring 
Community Engagement  
Junior Achievement 
Financial Literacy programs 
Chamber of Commerce events 
 
  
  
  
Research and Analysis 
 Working with large data sets 
 Modeling and forecasting 
Digital Expertise         
 Statistical programs: SPSS, SAS, SYSTAT 
 Microsoft Excel (advanced) 
 QuickBooks 
 Coding languages: SQL, Java, Python, C+ 
Project Leadership 
 Project management 
 Budget formation & resource evaluation 
 Process improvement and quality 
    assurance 
 Operation analysis 
 Communication and writing skills 
 
Build your career literacy and applied knowledge by follow-
ing industry groups and news. Join professional associations 
as a student member to attend events highlighting industry 
news and professional networking. Ideas include:  
World Economics 
Association 
National            
Economic          
Association 
Forbes  
Magazine 
Center for        
Economic Policy    
Research 
International   
Economic          
Association 
The Economist Wall Street     
Journal 
Bloomberg 
National Association 
for Business           
Economics 
Analyst (Data, Labor, Resource) 
Legislative Aide  
IT System Consultant 
Sales Support Analyst  
Consulting Associate 
Alumnae in the Workplace 
Entry - Level  Mid - Career * Late - Career * 
Data Mining Analyst 
Transaction Manager 
Software Designer/Engineer 
Senior Consultant 
System Engineer 
Senior Statistician 
Chief Financial Officer 
Development Officer 
Economist 
Program Director 
Chief Risk Officer 
Alogent 
Senior Management 
c3/Consulting 
Managing Consultant 
Delta Airlines 
Quality Assurance  
Emory University (Goizueta School) 
Executive Programming 
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta 
Risk and Economic Analytics 
FibroGen 
Clinical Contracts and Outsourcing 
Invesco 
RFPs and Databases 
Kids II 
Financial Analytics 
Lee Medical 
Check Management 
McKesson Corporation 
Technical Support  
Oracle Real Estate Group 
Data Analysis 
Piedmont Healthcare 
Health Analysis 
RockTenn 
IT Analytics 
Turner Broadcasting 
Sales Research & Strategy 
US Government 
Economic Analytics 
Walt Disney World 
Revenue Management 
Keeping Up With the Trends 
Last Updated 4/3/19 
* May Require Graduate Degree  


Major in Economics

Internship and Research Sites (*recent Scottie sites)  
 
Major in German Studies 
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information. 
Students graduating with a German major from Agnes Scott College will 
be able to demonstrate advanced and effective skills in writing, reading, 
and speaking German; demonstrate the knowledge of the culture(s) of 
German-speaking countries; engage at an advanced level with cultural, 
historical, and socio-political topics as they relate to the German 
speaking countries; and demonstrate knowledge of methods and 
approaches of current interdisciplinary research in German Studies. 
Seek out opportunities to develop 
these skills and experiences:  
Career Fields 
Content Management/Translation   
International Sales & Marketing 
International Lawyer 
International Journalism 
Diplomacy / Politics 
Tourism 
Art/History Museums 
Campus & Community Involvement 
 Get involved during your undergraduate career, both on     
campus and in the local community:  
American Council on Germany 
Cultural Vistas 
German American Chamber of Commerce in the Southern US, Inc. 
Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta / German Cultural Center*  
EVS Translations 
German Consulate General Atlanta 
German School of Atlanta 
Maufschmidt GmbH 
Daimler/Mercedes-Benz 
Porsche Atlanta 
 
Learning Beyond the 
Classroom 
Research & Analysis 
 Archival research 
 Literary and cultural analysis 
Communication & Teamwork 
 Written and oral communication in Ger-
man and English 
 Editing and proofing 
 Ability to work independently as well as 
on a  team 
Applied Knowledge and Skills 
 Exposure to native speakers, accents, and 
dialects 
 Negotiating global and intercultural      
settings 
 Teaching/facilitating groups 
Campus Involvement 
Model United Nations 
German Department Tutor 
Center for Writing & Speaking  
Tutor 
 
Community Engagement 
Global Village Project 
Global Council for International 
Visitors  
German Tutoring  
 
  
  
  
 
Build your career literacy and applied knowledge by follow-
ing industry groups and news. Join professional associations 
as a student member to attend events highlighting industry 
news and professional networking. Ideas include:  
American Council of Germany 
German Studies Association 
IEEE Germany Student              
Conference 
Iasgp.org/
index.asp 
Updated  4/3/19 
German Teacher Assistant 
International Sales Associate 
German Copywriter Assistant 
Travel Coordinator (Europe) 
Alumnae in the Workplace 
Entry - Level  Mid - Career*  Late - Career * 
Journalist (with European focus)  
Museum Education Manager 
Researcher (history, politics, art, etc.) 
International Lawyer 
German Professor 
International Sales Director 
German Editor  
US Ambassador   
 
Unity World Headquarters 
Program Management 
 
Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs 
Counsellor 
 
DeKalb County Schools 
Teaching 
 
K Squared Philanthropy Group 
Nonprofit Consulting 
 
Webster University, Vienna 
Admissions and Recruitment 
 
The Globalist 
Editing 
 
Unity World Headquarters 
Project Manager 
 
Waldorf School of Atlanta 
Teaching 
 
Albermarle Country 
Public Service Fellowship 
 
Moravia 
Linguistic Software Testing 
 
Fulbright Austria 
Keeping Up With the Trends 
* May Require Graduate Degree  (visit daad.de/en for info funding opportunities for domestic grad school 
experiences as well as information about study or research in Germany) 
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information. 
German American Chambers of Commerce 


Major in German Studies

Internship and  Research Sites (*recent Scottie sites) 
 
Major in Psychology 
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information. 
Students with a psychology major will be able to demonstrate familiar-
ity with concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and his-
torical trends in psychology. Most Psychology majors complete a rele-
vant field practicum/internship and build on research methods 
coursework with independent and mentored research experiences 
that hone research design, data analysis, and interpretation skills.  
Seek out opportunities to develop 
these skills and experiences:  
Career Fields 
Mental Health 
Business 
Education 
Forensic Psychology 
Human Resources 
Nonprofit Management 
Social and Human Services   
Campus & Community Involvement 
 Get involved during your undergraduate career, both on     
campus and in the local community:  
Beyond Words* 
DeKalb CASA* 
DeKalb Rape Crisis Center* 
Georgia Regional Hospital* 
Grady Trauma Project* 
Hirsch Academy* 
International Rescue Committee (IRC)* 
Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women 
Marcus Autism Center* 
Odyssey HealthCare* 
TalentQuest Consulting Management* 
Learning Beyond the 
Classroom 
 
Campus Involvement  
Psych and Neuro Club 
Wellness Initiatives 
Residence Assistants (RAs) 
SpARC 
Community Engagement 
Refugee Resettlement 
Youth Development  
Day League 
  
  
  
Research & Analysis 
 Survey design 
 Statistical proficiency & software 
(SPSS, SAS) 
 Compiling and summarizing data from 
various sources 
Project Leadership 
 Organization and time management 
 Professional writing and presentation 
skills (PowerPoint) 
Applied Knowledge & Skills 
 Human Resource processes (recruiting, 
talent, development, legal) 
 One-on-one and group interactions 
with patients/clients 
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information. 
Build your career literacy and applied knowledge by follow-
ing industry groups of interest. Join professional associations 
as a student member to attend events highlighting industry 
news and professional networking. Ideas include:  
Association for  
 Psychological  
Science 
Cognitive         
Neuroscience    
Society 
Georgia     
Psychological 
Association     
Southeastern   
Psychological    
Association  
Shrm.org 
American         
Psychological   
Association  
Human Factors 
and Ergonomics 
Society 
Updated 4/3/19 
Residential Counselor 
Human Resources Assistant 
Marketing/Development  Coordinator 
Program Assistant 
Sales Representative 
Alumnae in the Workplace 
Entry - Level  Mid - Career* Late - Career * 
Child and Family Therapist 
Vocational or Career Counselor 
Assessment & Impact Manager 
Social Worker (LCSW or MSW) 
Compliance Analyst 
Forensic Psychologist 
Psychiatrist 
Cognitive Neuroscientist 
Organizations Consultant 
Systems Engineer 
Autism Pensacola 
Executive Leadership 
Atlanta Regional Commission 
Workforce Development 
Central Atlanta Progress 
Marketing  
Clayton State University 
Career Development 
DeKalb County Schools 
Teaching 
Eli Lilly and Company 
Statistical Analysis 
Google 
Human Resources 
Katy Independent School District 
School Psychology 
Laureate Medical 
Medical Professional 
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center 
Clinical Research Psychology 
(re)define Consulting 
Executive Leadership 
Rehab Care 
Speech Language Pathology 
Starwood Hotels and Resorts 
Organizational Effectiveness 
TRU Integrative Health and Wellness 
Therapy 
WellStar Health System 
Mental Health Care 
Yerkes Primate Center 
Research 
Keeping Up With the Trends 
Society of Industrial 
and  Organizational 
Psychology 
* May Require Graduate Degree  


Major in Psychology

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The Profile

Internship and Research Sites (*recent Scottie sites) 
 
Major in Art History/Studio Art 
Art majors at Agnes Scott offer an integrated combination of history 
courses, studio time, curatorial practice, artwork analysis and         
research. Students tailor the direction of study to their interests, and 
are encouraged to explore various time periods and mediums,        
toward the discovery of a unique,  personal style. 
Seek out opportunities to develop 
these skills and experiences:  
Career Fields 
Arts Administration/Education 
Art Therapy 
Fashion/Textile 
Visual Arts 
Graphic Design 
Museums/Libraries 
Advertising/Marketing 
Publishing/Journalism 
Campus & Community Involvement 
 Get involved during your undergraduate career, both on     
campus and in the local community:  
Barra Foundation—American Art Fellowship 
Center for American Art Summer Fellowship      
ColorWheel 
Decatur Arts Alliance* 
The Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art 
Eyeon Media, LLC 
The High Museum of Art, Atlanta* 
Lenora Okarma Weaver, Fine Arts Restoration 
Museum of Contemporary Art, GA* 
Museum of Modern Art, New York 
Philadelphia Museum of Art 
Redwall Studio 
The Seen Gallery* 
 
Learning Beyond the 
Classroom 
Research and Analysis 
 Analyze and interpret visual and 
textual information from a variety of 
sources 
 Archival research experience  
Communication and Teamwork 
 Presentation skills (museum tours , 
public talks about art, etc.) 
 Grant writing 
Digital Fluency/d-Portfolio  
 Create marketing materials like fly-
ers, social media content, in-
fographics  
 Digital media software (video, photo 
editing, graphic design, etc.) 
Campus Involvement 
Dalton Gallery (student art) 
Aurora (literary newspaper) 
The Profile (campus news) 
Silhouette (yearbook) 
 
Community Engagement  
ArtReach Foundation 
High Museum of Art 
MOCA 
Art on Atlanta Beltline 
  
  
  
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information. 
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information.                                  Updated 4/3/2019 
Build your career literacy and applied knowledge by follow-
ing industry groups of interest. Join professional associations 
as a student member to attend events highlighting industry 
news and professional networking. Ideas include:  
ArtNews 
Art Journal Open  ArtsTie.com The Art Career     
Project 
Museum of     
Contemporary 
Art of Georgia  
College Art        
Association 
Metropolitan   
Museum of Art     
Publications 
Association of  
Art  Historians 
Museum Guide/Docent 
Art History/Research Fellow 
Marketing Assistant 
Gallery Assistant 
Social Media/Graphic Design       
Coordinator 
Art Teacher 
Alumnae in the Workplace 
Entry - Level  Mid - Career * Late - Career * 
Museum Curator 
Art Historian/Archivist 
Graphic Designer 
Gallery Manager 
Designer (interiors, retail, event) 
Museum Director 
Professor 
Artist and Entrepreneur 
Art Director (advertising, 
design firm) 
AKRF 
Architectural Planning 
Children’s Museum of Manhattan 
Museum Education 
Color Wheel 
Education 
First Hawaiian Bank 
Management   
Georgia-Pacific 
Advertising and Design 
High Museum of Art 
Education/Outreach  
Museum of Modern Art 
Development 
National Black Arts Festival 
Producer  
Princeton University Art Museum 
Interpretive Education 
Read It Again 
Executive Leadership  
Real Estate Renovators 
Landscape Architecture 
Response Mine Interactive 
Art Direction 
St. Edward's University 
Social Media Programming 
Technology Association of Georgia 
Creative Services 
The Studio Museum in Harlem 
Museum Experience  
University of Tennessee Chattanooga 
Development 
Keeping Up With the Trends 
* May Require Graduate Degree  
BURNAWAY 


Major in Art History/Studio Art

Internship and Research Sites  (*recent  Scottie sites)  
 
Major in Public Health 
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information. 
The major prepares students for graduate work or for employment in 
public health organizations and agencies. Students develop a 
multidisciplinary understanding of trends, determinants and sub-
disciplines including Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Management 
and Policy, Environmental Health, Behavioral Sciences and Health 
Education and Global Health. Students apply learning to research and 
intervention plans using quantitative and qualitative methods.  
Seek out opportunities to develop 
these skills and experiences:  
Career Fields 
Community Health  
Emergency Services/Disaster 
Health Policy and Advocacy 
Environmental Health 
Epidemiology 
Global Health  
Health Education &  
    Communication 
Campus & Community Involvement 
 Get involved during your undergraduate career, both on     
campus and in the local community:  
American Cancer Society 
The Carter Center* 
CARE* 
Center for Black Women’s Wellness 
Center for Disease and Control and Prevention* 
Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health 
Feminist Women’s Health Center* 
Georgia Equality 
Georgia State Department of Public Health* 
Georgia State University* 
Georgia WAND * 
Global Dialogues 
KDHRC 
The Task Force for Global Health* 
 
Learning Beyond the 
Classroom 
Research & Analysis 
 Compiling and generating findings 
from analysis of a variety of sources 
 Qualitative/quantitative field work 
 Report and outcomes writing 
Project Leadership 
 Program and project management 
 Working independently and on a team 
 Public speaking and presentation skills 
 Digital skills: infographics, Excel, SPSS 
Applied Knowledge & Skills 
 Health advocacy 
 Health policy research and writing 
 Creating health communication strate-
gies and materials 
 Grant writing 
Campus Involvement 
Public Health Club 
H.E.R.O 
UNICEF 
Scotties for Change 
 
 
Community Engagement 
American Red Cross 
Habitat for Humanity 
Global Village Project 
CARE Atlanta 
  
  
  
 
Build your career literacy and applied knowledge by follow-
ing industry groups of interest. Join professional associations 
as a student member to attend events highlighting industry 
news and professional networking. Ideas include:  
Association of  Public 
Health Laboratories 
National Public Health                             
Information Coalition 
Georgia Public Health 
Association 
Public Health           
Institute 
Public Health Foundation 
American Public 
Health Association 
Contact The Office of Internship and Career Development for more information.   Updated  5/28/19 
Research Assistant 
Field Research/Data Collection 
       Coordinator  
Legislative Aide 
Health Educator 
Grant Writer 
Surveillance Assistant  
Alumnae in the Workplace 
Entry - Level  Mid - Career * Late - Career * 
Epidemiologist 
Public Health Analyst 
Program Manager (NGO, 
nonprofit, gov’t agency) 
Case Manager 
Development Director 
Biostatistician 
Public Health Specialist 
Environmental Health Director 
Executive Director  
       (nonprofit, NGO) 
Accolade, Inc. 
Health Professional 
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) 
Many roles—Emergency Management; 
Policy Analysis; Epidemic Intelligence; 
Global Health Security 
Deloitte Consulting 
Consulting 
Georgia Childhood Lead Poisoning 
     Prevention 
Case Management 
ICF International 
Health Analysis  
The Health Initiative (LGBTQ health) 
Programs/Project Management 
NYC Dept of Health/Mental Hygiene 
Special Asst to Deputy Commissioner of    
 Epidemiology  
Peace Corps 
Field Service  
RTI International 
Public Health Analysis 
Sleep Services of America 
Administrative Coordination 
Standard Code 
GIS Systems Coordination 
Tulane University 
Research  
US EPA Office of Research and 
       Development 
Fellow Program 
Keeping Up With the Trends 
* May Require Graduate Degree  
Georgia Society of  
Public Health Education 


Major in Public Health

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Student Guide to Acing the Interview – 2019-2020 
Interviews are used by employers, grad schools and volunteer sites to: verify a candidate’s qualifications, evaluate fit with 
the organization/team, graduate program and more. Interviews are also critical to help you determine if the position, 
organization or grad program fits well with your goals, interests, and preferences. Therefore, it essential to prepare. 
Set Yourself Up for Success at Each Step of the Interview Process: 
 
Common Interview Formats 
Most organizations use a series of interviews to get to know candidates.   
     Phone Interviews are often used for screening or initial interviews to verify a candidate’s availability, base skills, and 
possibly salary range aligns with the position. These interviews are usually 15-30 minutes with 5-8 questions.  
• Choose a quiet place with good cell service and sit away from distractions. 
• Practice interviewing with a friend or record yourself using your phone, paying attention to your tone, level of 
enthusiasm, length of your responses (no more than 1 minute each) and how well you answered the questions. 
 Video Interviews are increasingly used to evaluate a candidate’s “soft” skills, such as communication and rapport 
building. Automated video interviews require a candidate to provide video responses to computer prompts. The candidate 
is usually given a few tries at a question. Skype-style interviews are two-way, face-to-face conversations with video.  
• Identify a quiet place with a solid digital connection and test your connection to the video interview platform.  
• Make sure your username and photo are professional.  
• Dress as you would for an in-person interview. (See below) Remove any unprofessional items in the background. 
• Save application documents on your desktop to share online if needed. 
• Practice (e.g. Skype with a friend). Learn where to direct eye contact. Ensure you are confident, pleasant & clear.  
 
Note: For either interview type above, you can have a cheat sheet of your strengths, skills and story topics available, 
either next to you or taped to the side of your computer screen! Make sure to be ready for the call 5-10 minutes early. 
 
If you need a land line, computer or quiet space, contact mzacarias@agnesscott.edu to book an interview room. 
 
 
      Face-to-Face or In-person Interviews are usually the final round. Organizations often mix one-on-one and panel 
(group) interviews to obtain feedback from multiple interviewers. Ask in advance about the agenda and participants. 
What to Wear 
Interview attire is more conservative than typical office wear, even for nonprofit, healthcare or public service organizations.  
• Wear a suit (pants or skirt) or tailored dress with close-toed, professional shoes. Cover up tattoos if possible. 
• AVOID: too short, sheer, low-cut or skimpy attire; heavy makeup/perfume; loud make-up or peeling nail polish. 
• Contact mzacarias@agnesscott.edu if you’d like suggestions for free or reduced price professional attire. 
What to Bring 
• Dark tote or other professional-looking bag that is well-organized and not too stuffed 
• Copies of current, proofed resume on 20 lb. paper or ask to print up to 5 copies in Buttrick G12 
• Padfolio and 2 pens to take notes about who you meet and the organization/job (Ask if it’s OK to take notes first.) 
• Reference list with complete and accurate contact information (if requested.) 
Plan to Arrive Early and Ready 
• Map it ahead of time, including parking. Be sure you know where you are going. 
• Go to bed early the night before. Allow time in the morning to review your answers to common questions. 
• Eat a light snack before hand – you don’t want a growling stomach. Do not smoke in your interview clothes. 
• Silence your phone and put it away before you walk in the door. Bring a book or magazine to read. 
Convey a Positive, Professional Presence 
• Introduce yourself with eye contact, smile and firm handshake to everyone you meet from receptionist to CEO. 
• Convey enthusiasm for the opportunity. Do not badmouth prior experiences/employers. 
• Remember/write down names or ask for business cards so you can send a thank you. 
• Use active posture and positive, engaging facial expressions to show you are listening. 
Pre-Interview Research: An Essential Step! 
Employers are put off when candidates are unfamiliar with the organization or position. Before interviewing, make sure to: 
• Review the organization: Explore its website and LinkedIn; Google them and use McCain’s Career Libguide to 
learn more; Read employee reviews on Glassdoor.com; reach out to alums on LinkedIn for interview advice. 
• Review the position posting. Identify skills, experiences, knowledge, and personal traits the employer seeks.  
• Make sure your LinkedIn profile and online portfolio/work samples are relevant and up to date. 
• Look up your future interviewers online: Consider their roles, careers, priorities, and what they might ask you. 
Common Interview Questions 
Organizations use a variety of interview environments, questions and assessments to evaluate candidates. 
Most Common Interview Questions are straightforward, but do require preparation. Prepare for these questions: 
Tell Me About Yourself:  Use the formula: present-past-future. Prepare a 1-minute response including only 
relevant info about: what you are doing now (major/internship/research/leadership 
role), what led you to that path, and what you hope to do in the future.  
Why did you choose ASC/your 
major? 
There is no correct answer. This question is designed to understand your 
priorities and decision-making. Develop a logical and meaningful answer. 
What are your strengths and 
weaknesses? 
Before the interview, make a list of your positive and negative attributes. When 
asked, mention a few of the most relevant positive ones and least relevant 
negative ones. Describe how you are working on the negative ones. 
Why should I hire you? Identify your most relevant skills/experiences and personality traits for the role. 
What questions do you have for 
me/us? 
Be ready to ask insightful questions you cannot answer online. Good options:  
o Organization: culture? what it takes to be successful?  
o Position:% of time on each task? typical growth path? training?  
o Application: Next step in the process? their timeline for making a decision? 
 
Behavioral Interview Questions assume past behavior predicts future performance. Questions like “Describe a time 
when (fill in the blank),” ask you to share specific experience instead of how you’d handle a situation. Consider when you: 
Tried to do something & failed  Showed initiative and took the lead Missed an obvious solution  
Had to go above and beyond the 
call of duty to get a job done 
Used persuasion to influence 
someone’s opinion 
Used good judgement and fact-
finding skills to solve a problem 
Dealt with conflict Faced a stressful team situation  Set a goal & achieved it  
To answer these questions succinctly and effectively, tell stories of relevant experiences using the SAR method: Describe 
Situation you were in; Action you took; Result or Response you created). Identify stories from: 
Internships Work experience Volunteering/Service 
Class Projects Travel/Study Abroad Campus Leadership 
Athletics Awards/Accomplishments Mentored Research 
Choose and practice stories: 
• That are multifaceted and can be used to convey a variety of lessons or endings 
• Where you were the main person or one of the main people leading, making decisions or doing work 
• Where you can quantify or explain how you specifically created a positive result or response  
 
Other Applicant Assessments & Interview Types 
Computer Assessments are used by many organizations to assess personality, proofreading, analytical ability, 
quantitative skills or office software expertise (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint). LinkedIn Learning (free for students) offers 
online courses to review/strengthen your skills. For personality assessments, it’s best not to prepare for or overthink the 
questions, because the focus is on identifying if your personality is a good match for the role or team.  
“The Airport Test” is a term for questions used to get to know a candidate on a personal, but still professional level. It 
refers to how a candidate would get along with a team over time, as if they were “stuck at the airport.” To questions like, 
“What was the last book you read?” or “What do you like to do for fun?” provide an honest, non-controversial answer!  
Case/Simulation Interviews are typically used by management consulting and investment firms to assess a candidate’s 
analytical skills. The candidate is asked to analyze a hypothetical problem and share how they would address it. Review 
case interview advice on McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group and other consulting firms’ websites.  
Technical Interviews are used when a position requires specific skills that are not easily learned on the job – e.g., 
computer programming/coding, statistical analyses, numerical problems, mastery of technical software, editing or public 
speaking. The candidate is given a timed “assignment” to complete while at the interview. 
Practice, Practice, Practice  
Practice is the #1 recommendation. You are encouraged to take advantage of the following resources for practice: 
 Practice Interviews with Alumnae in fall and spring (RSVP required – watch your email!) 
 Mock interview with a Career Coach (schedule via COMPASS) 
 Industry-specific advice from alumnae who have agreed to conduct practice phone, video and case interviews 
Follow-up – Written Thank Yous are Crucial! 
Send emails to all decision makers and influencers within 24 hours. Thank them for their time, reiterate your interest, and 
briefly refer back to your interview conversation, including an example of how you meet one of the key qualifications.  
 
Also, thank alumnae and others who helped you prepare. Keep them posted. Every communication is a chance to 
strengthen and learn from your network.  
Questions or need help preparing for an interview? Use compass.agnesscott.edu to schedule an appointment.  
Thank you to Alumna Jasmine Adams Langevine ’07 for contributing to this guide. 


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