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Microsoft stops traffic for its interns

Posted Tuesday, July 22, 2008 11:20 AM by JobsBlog
If I hadn’t been there I never would have believed it. This past Friday the Microsoft intern program hosted a "Zoo-n Fest" Intern Picnic, which was sponsored by the Zune Team and held at the Woodland Park Zoo (cute name, huh?). Approximately 1000 interns Read More...
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Intern Puzzle Challenge— A Meeting of the Minds of the Future

Posted Monday, July 21, 2008 10:45 AM by JobsBlog
Hello Readers! Greetings from the middle of intern season. It's been really busy around the office this summer with a ton of fun and technical events going on. The weather has been a dream and the interns are having a wonderful time. Who could ask for Read More...
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Summer in the City: Bring on the Interns

Posted Tuesday, May 27, 2008 10:36 AM by JobsBlog
Hello friends! It’s been a while since my last post, it feels good to be back! The college recruiting cycle is quickly coming to an end, the sun is starting to pop out (yay!) and we just had our first few batches of interns come out to the Redmond offices Read More...
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What does relocation generally cover?

Posted Thursday, April 17, 2008 9:41 AM by JobsBlog
Dear JobsBlog : I'm applying to jobs outside my local area, and I'm really interested in some of Microsoft's Redmond positions. Of course if I got the job, I'd have to move. Are Microsoft’s relocation benefits pretty thorough? What do they generally cover? Read More...
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How can I get experience in a specifc area after college?

Posted Monday, April 14, 2008 9:23 AM by JobsBlog
Dear Jobs Blog : All the internships I've seen posted in my area of interest appear to be for college students only, and I'm not a college student anymore. Are there any options for non-college students looking to get a little more experience in a specific Read More...
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Career fairs: Make the most of your thirty seconds

Posted Monday, April 07, 2008 9:42 AM by JobsBlog
One of the number one questions I'm always asked is “ How can I stand out at a career fair? " It’s not about dressing in all Microsoft attire, or wearing a really tall hat (even though I like that one). It’s about being confident and knowing your message. Read More...
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How much impact do student or volunteer experiences have?

Posted Monday, March 31, 2008 10:10 AM by JobsBlog
Dear JobsBlog : How much impact does participation in student/volunteer organizations have on an application? Do recruiters ‘give credit’ for participating in, leading, or making significant contributions to student or volunteer organizations? Does it Read More...
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Thank you notes

Posted Wednesday, March 26, 2008 9:42 AM by JobsBlog
Dear JobsBlog : What advice do you have for sending a thank you note after an interview? The conventional wisdom is that a handwritten note is best and e-mail can come across as too casual. Is an e-mail thank you note considered acceptable in Microsoft’s Read More...
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Changing career paths

Posted Thursday, March 20, 2008 10:01 AM by JobsBlog
Dear JobsBlog : How difficult is it to entirely change career paths at Microsoft? I'm talking a big change in roles, such as a Program Manager to Recruiter, for example. I get asked this question at least once a day! Of course, every person is different, Read More...
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How do I know what a good offer looks like?

Posted Wednesday, March 19, 2008 9:51 AM by JobsBlog
Dear JobsBlog : I’m following all of the great interviewing advice I’ve found here, so I’m sure I’ll be offered a job very soon! I’m a brand-new graduate, though. How do I know what a good offer looks like? Knowing what to expect in an offer is a tough Read More...
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Hearing back from your recruiter

Posted Tuesday, March 18, 2008 9:46 AM by JobsBlog
Dear JobsBlog: I know every candidate wants to hear from their recruiter as soon as possible after their interviews, but what if you've got an offer from another company or another deadline? If the recruiter doesn't get back to you within a week, should Read More...
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Program Manager success story

Posted Wednesday, March 12, 2008 10:01 AM by JobsBlog
Hello readers! I wanted to share with you the success story of a Program Manager candidate who just recently started at Microsoft. Please meet Vishwac Sena Kannan, a college hire who now works as a Program Manager within the IE group! Vishwac has put Read More...
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A common interview mistake to avoid

Posted Tuesday, March 04, 2008 9:58 AM by JobsBlog
Don't treat each interview in your loop as a completely separate experience. They're all part of your overall interview, and you should consider them as pieces of the whole. An on-site interview is really a condensed version of the work environment. You Read More...
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What not to do on your resume

Posted Tuesday, February 26, 2008 9:44 AM by JobsBlog
Dear JobsBlog : Thanks for all the great resume suggestions lately! Is there any advice on what not to do on my resume, though? I'd hate to use all these tips and then get rejected for a mistake I didn't even know about. Answer : So, I’m definitely someone Read More...
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Interviewing … in a hot tub?

Posted Monday, February 18, 2008 9:02 AM by JobsBlog
Recently, the JobsBloggers and readers have been sharing our best interview tips . A common theme? Relax and be yourself. It’s certainly easier said than done, so we’re always looking for ways to help you achieve a calm and happy state. A few weeks ago, Read More...
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