<p>So I emailed this local insurance firm (statefarm!) about an internship over the summer...and here's the response :) </p>
<p>Hi, _______</p>
<p>Thank you for being interested in working in our agency. I would like
to meet with you to see whether we can offer you the right environment
to work and learn. also, to see whether you can fit into our agency
working atmosphere. I will be available this Friday at 2:30pm or next
Tuesday 2:15pm. When is good for you?</p>
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<p>I'm so excited! And scared! </p>
<p>Anyway, for the interview, what should I be wearing? Business formal? As in blouse, shoes and suit? Or is business casual fine? Or should I ask him? But that's kind of weird...</p>
<p>Oh, and since I gave him a resume, I need references, right? I have them, but how do I type them up and give to him?</p>
<p>I say definitely wear a suit, b/c you can never go wrong with one. Do not ask him! You will not look good if you e-mail your interviewer and ask them what to wear. Since its an insurance firm, be safe (and professional) and dress business formal. When you get to the office for the interview, observe what the people are wearing so that, if you get the internship, you know what the office dress code is.</p>
<p>You should bring a typed up list of at least 3 references (or 2 really good ones). Be sure to ask the people you use as a reference, if its okay. And, dont offer it to the interviewer. If he asks for one, then, and only then, should you give it to him. List the full name of the person, their company and relationship to you (eg. Internship Supervisor, professor ). Then, their contact information (phone # and e-mail). At the top of the page write your name, then 2 spaces down write and center References in bold. The way you format it, is completely up to you. Visit your schools career center, and ask for their help if you still cant figure it out. Also, bring 2-3 extra copies of your resume with you. I recently went on an interview for my summer internship, and my interviewer misplaced my resume, so I was able to give her one of the copies I brought, which impressed her. Needless to say, I got the position.</p>
<p>I have a leather portfolio. I don't know how much they cost, 'cause I got mine from my Dad, but if you can, you should invest in one, but a decent looking folder should be fine.
humm...I thought you were in college, but I still say wear a suit; however, to my interviews I always wear black dress pants and a solid blouse, so if that would make you more comfortable, do that.</p>
<p>Business formal/casual would seem fine. I don't know if you're male or female, but for teen girls lots of jackets are cut awkwardly so if you don't already have one, or don't want to take a lot of time shopping, I'd suggest a blouse, dress pants, nice shoes, that sort of thing.</p>
<p>Oh, and a question: what did you put on your resume as a sophomore?! I just sent out letters and if one ends up being requested, I'm going to be clueless, hah.</p>
<p>Umm I put
-career objective (random stuff about career in business, etc),
-education (high school/middle school as well as classes relevent to business)
-experience (i haven't had any jobs but i put volunteer stuff)
-activities (school clubs and hobbies, etc)
-awards/honours</p>
<p>and at the end up put references: available upon request.</p>
<p>yeah just search high school resume or something on google and you should find plenty.</p>