Direct from the recruiter’s mouth we have these top tips on how to screw up your phone interview. Follow them the next time you’re hoping not to get the job. 1. Call from the office you’re still working at. And be sure to mention how much you hate your current job. Nothing says dedicated employeeRead… Read more »
Knowing what you can’t, and can, take with you to your next job is incredibly important, especially when it comes to the military. Whether you realize it or not (I know it’s hard to stay awake through all of those preseparation counseling sessions) there may be restrictions concerning where you can work post military andRead… Read more »
Having seen a lot of resumes I’m still surprised by the number of obvious mistakes – lack of spell-checking, all-caps where it shouldn’t be (or should it be anywhere?), incoherent statements. And when it comes to defense industry resumes, far too many people ignore the details and fail to target their resume as they should.Read… Read more »
The intelligence community is getting a lot of attention these days. And with President Obama’s announcement of the Afghanistan draw-down timeline, the need for civilian intelligence experts will only increase. Breaking into the “business” can be tough – without prior military experience and a security clearance, it can be difficult to get your foot inRead… Read more »
I see a lot of veterans out there searching for jobs but what I typically find is that for veterans with the right skill set – and an active security clearance – it doesn’t take long to find a great job opportunity. That said there are some tips and tricks veterans need to know –Read… Read more »
It’s that magical time of year, when all across the Washington, D.C. area hemlines get shorter, the crowds at the happy hours get younger, and interns start arriving in offices across the city. As someone who’s lived in Washington, D.C. for seven years now (wow – I’ve almost gone native), I’ve become quite used toRead… Read more »
Overseas contracting has its benefits – and whether you’re looking for temporary opportunities near a combat zone or more inclined toward a longer-term stay in Europe or Asia, there are opportunities for professionals interested in adding some adventure to their 9-5. Check out our latest episode of ClearanceJobs TV to learn more about the benefitsRead… Read more »
So, I’m following the quickly moving story of the Mark Center and a potential Fairfax County lawsuit for several reasons – the Mark Center is one exit away from my house, I used to live in Cystal City, I tend to follow all things BRAC for my job…and I love fairies. I suppose the countyRead… Read more »
I wrote about some of my favorite around the office acronyms for ClearanceJobs.com – but I figure the folks in this community could probably teach me a few new ones! I’d love to hear your favorite around-the-office acronyms. Funny anecdotes also appreciated! Military acronyms – love ‘em or hate ‘em if you work in defenseRead… Read more »
So, I’ve been experiencing a problem – social media fatigue. Keeping up with the influx of managing multiple social media accounts not just personally, but professionally, has caused a significant lapse in how much “love” I give certain spaces, including GovLoop. But, I’m following up on some Twitter encouragement to take this conversation and bringRead… Read more »