They may wonder about your interest if you didn't bother to learn even the most basic information. A good choice can play an important role in leading to professional success and personal happiness. A bad choice can have the opposite results. Following is a list of key facts you should learn about any company or organization in which you're interested. Your starting salary may seem all-important now, but it's what comes later that really counts.
People make an organization what it is.
This is probably the most important single item to evaluate. Business Periodical Indexes Newspaper Indexe Industry Directories and Journals The Internet - computer and help available in Career Services Yellow Pages in telephone directories Chambers of Commerce Contact the organization directly and asking for whatever literature or sales brochures they may be willing to provide. If possible, ask current employees about the company and the position. As the interview draws to a close, the interviewer will usually ask if you have any questions. Being prepared ahead of time for this opportunity will further impress the interviewer.