Advanced preparation is helpful when researching potential career options. Employers are likely to ask candidates to provide examples of written or oral responses, a career portfolio, a résumé, or other items during the interview process. Practicing your responses to mock interview questions can help you refine your message and speak confidently when explaining your understanding of current issues in criminal justice.
This assignment will prepare you to communicate your ability to conduct research and explain your understanding of criminal justice issues to potential employers. It will also reinforce the skills that you will use in your summative assessments in this course.
Select one of the topics from Week 2 Career Readiness: Written and Oral Interview Responses as your focus for this assignment. Research the topic and prepare a response appropriate for inclusion in a career portfolio.
WEEK 2 QUESTION :
- How have you prepared yourself for a professional role in criminal justice? What experiences would you want to highlight for a potential employer (such as volunteering for organizations, observing in ride-alongs, or participating in community development projects)? What are your career development goals for starting a job in criminal justice and forecasting your desired growth?