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  1. Create a fairly generic CV -- you might customise a few things for each job, but generally it'll be the same. Do not handwrite this -- use a computer. You're going for a computing job show you at least can use one.
  2. Include a cover letter being specific on what drive, or skills you have relevant to their job or company. This will be different for each company. Handwriting this might make you stand out *if* you have legible handwriting. Color or textured paper also might help.
  3. Do have a web site that you can point to. A lame site might be better than nothing. At least you did it, and went through the hosting process, and understand what a server is, etc. It demonstrates initiative, which as a grad is the primary thing you have.
  4. Do put down everything you have done. Don't lie, but don't put negatives down either. If you know Java put it. During the interview when they ask about it, sell it (be positive), but don't strech things too much. Do not say "you don't know much" -- you might say something like "I'd like to learn more about design patterns", or whatever. Phrase what you don't know or didn't do, as an opportunity for what you are *going* to do. Having a plan for when you'll do it is good too.
  5. Do be prepared with questions specific to the position. I can't help much there. Also have some generic questions. As an entry level person maybe you'd like to know who you'll be working with (ask if you can meet them); what kind of social events do they organize, etc. If you want to be pushy (be very careful here), ask what skills does the ideal candidate have (thus how you fit), who will you be reporting to, who has budgetary authority in your group -- again these might not apply as an entry level person.
  6. Oh, and be positive, and do not outright lie. :)

    ~ ~ Dave


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