Sophia College Readiness Milestone 3
1
Which of the following is NOT something you need to do to prepare for an internship
interview?
Update your resume and cover letter.
Organize samples of any work you have
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Sophia College Readiness Milestone 3
1
Which of the following is NOT something you need to do to prepare for an internship
interview?
Update your resume and cover letter.
Organize samples of any work you have done that is related to the internship.
Plan a statement about why you want to work at the organization.
Plan a statement about your salary and benefits requirements.
RATIONALE
This is not something that is needed at an internship interview. However, it is something
to consider when you interview for a regular position.
CONCEPT
Preparing for the Interview
2
Which of the following is NOT a best practice for selecting a minor, if you don't have
one in mind already?
Choose a minor that you enjoy learning about.
Choose a minor that you have already completed courses for.
Choose a minor related to your major.
Choose a minor that is the same as your major.
RATIONALE
Your minor should not be the same focus as your major. Your minor should compliment
your major, or it should be something that just interests you. You can also choose a
minor based on practical factors. For example, if you've already completed a few of the
courses you need for the minor, you might consider declaring that as your minor.CONCEPT
Selecting a Minor
3
How are internships mutually beneficial to the student and employer?
Students try out the workplace, and the organizations they intern for have an
opportunity to try out new talent.
Students make a good living, and the organizations they intern for have an opportunity
to try out new talent.
Students improve their GPA, and the organizations they intern for have an opportunity
to try out new talent.
Students declare their majors, and the organizations they intern for have an opportunity
to try out new talent.
RATIONALE
Internships are mutually beneficial to students and employers because they enable
employers and students to see if they are a good fit for each other.
CONCEPT
The Role of Internships in Higher Education
4
Your sociology midterm essay grade was lower than you expected it to be, and you're not
sure what you did wrong.
What is the best practice to manage your grade in this situation?
Ask the instructor what you did wrong on your essay during the class discussion.
Politely ask your instructor for feedback on the essay via email or during their office
hours.
Email your instructor to tell them they are mistaken and that they should change your
grade immediately.
Contact your instructor just before your class meets, and ask them to explain your
grade.
RATIONALE
This is the correct course of action. You should always be polite with your instructor and
meet them on their own terms.
CONCEPT
Maintaining the Grades You Need or Want
5
Which of the following is NOT a best practice for seeking an internship that interests
you?
Talk to your instructor, advisor, or other people you know about your goals.
Show up at the organization you want to work at and demand an internship.
Look for internship postings online.
Talk to recruiters at career fairs on campus or elsewhere.
RATIONALE
While this could work out in some situations, it's not a best practice because the
employer may not be pleased if you show up without an invitation. It better to establish a
connection before you show up and ask for an internship. And you should always be
polite in the way you ask!
CONCEPT
Finding an Internship
6
Which of the following is NOT a best practice for determining the knowledge, skills,
and experience necessary for the career you want?
Looking at job and internship postings.
Talking to people who work in the field.
Discussing your career ambitions with your advisor.
Taking a variety of courses to see what is fun or interesting to you.
RATIONALE
This is not a best practice. However, you should talk to people, your advisor, or other
people who work in the industry or role you are interested in. You can also look at job
descriptions and postings to see what skills, knowledge and experience you need to
build.
CONCEPT
Planning for Your Career
7
Which of the following is the best question you can ask yourself before selecting a
major?
Will this diploma or certificate look good on my office wall?What will my family and
friends think of me if I pursue this major?
What will my family and friends think of me if I pursue this major?
What are most of the other students I know majoring in?
What career can I envision myself both enjoying and excelling in?
RATIONALE
Majors enable you to develop specialized skills and knowledge that are often related to
specific career paths. For this reason, it's extremely important for you to consider your
career interests and personal capabilities before choosing a major.
CONCEPT
Selecting a Major
8
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a major?
To provide a second focus for your studies.
To give you a primary focus for your studies.
To help you become a specialist.
To acquire skills and knowledge for your career.
RATIONALE
A minor provides a second focus for your studies, whereas a major is your primary
focus.
CONCEPT
Majors and Minors in Higher Education
9
If you are considering going to graduate school, keeping a higher GPA should be important
to you.
Is this statement true or false?
False because graduate schools are only concerned with your professional
accomplishments.
True because GPA stands for "Graduate Potentially Admitted".
False because graduate schools accept you based on your entrance exam scores.
True because many graduate schools will not accept you unless you have a higher
GPA.
RATIONALE
Most graduate schools require you to have a high GPA, so if graduate school is a goal,
you will want to monitor your grades carefully.
CONCEPT
Grades in Higher Education
10
What are three most important things to consider before choosing a career path?
Your skills, your capabilities, and your interests.
Your grades, your work history, your travels.
Your school, your boss, your upbringing.
Your peers, your boss, your instructor.
RATIONALE
By identifying what skills you now have, what skills and knowledge you can develop
before graduating, and what you find interesting and exciting, you can use this
information as a foundation to research careers that will be a good match for you.
CONCEPT
Finding the Right Career Path
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