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At Microsoft, we prioritize providing candidates with a fair and thorough interview process, which is best achieved outside the busy and distracting environment of a conference. This approach ensures that candidates have ample time to prepare and experience a more comfortable and positive interview. By scheduling interviews at a later time, we can better evaluate candidates in a controlled and private setting, ultimately benefiting their overall experience.

Speaking to a Microsoft employee at an engineering conference, even if you are not interviewing, offers valuable opportunities for networking, gaining insights into the company's culture, and learning about current projects and innovations. It allows you to ask questions about the roles and teams, understand the company's values, and get advice on how to align your skills and experiences with potential opportunities at Microsoft. Additionally, these conversations can help you build connections that may be beneficial for future career prospects​

Prepare, network, and prepare some more! ​

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As you wait in line for the Microsoft booth, take the opportunity to review your resumes and prepare to discuss your relevant experiences and skills. In addition to engaging with other attendees in line, take the time to connect with Microsoft employees who may be near the booth to network, gain insights into our innovative projects, and understand our company culture. ​

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Additionally, take a moment to check out our core values, and to consider how you might demonstrate, in your conversation, how your personal values align.

Sharing your LinkedIn credentials while networking can be done in creative and effective ways to make a lasting impression. Here are some top ways to get that done in an efficient way: ​

• ​QR Codes: Create a QR code that links directly to your LinkedIn profile. You can print this QR code on your business cards or have it ready on your phone to share quickly with new contacts​

• ​LinkedIn Messaging: Use LinkedIn's built-in messaging feature to share your profile with new connections. This allows you to send a personalized message along with your profile link, making the interaction more meaningful​

• ​Digital Business Cards: Utilize digital business card apps that allow you to share your LinkedIn profile with a simple tap or scan. These apps often integrate with LinkedIn, making it easy to connect on the spot

Microsoft offers a wide range of resources to support your career. ​

• ​Microsoft Learn: Whether just starting in your career, or an experienced professional, Microsoft Learn provides a self-directed approach to learning.​

• ​LinkedIn Learning: Enhance your skills via interactive modules and learning paths at LinkedIn Learning. ​

• ​Online Resume Builder: If you would like to create or refine your resume, check out our Online Resume Builder. ​

• ​Hiring Tips: for information on how we hire, and some cool tips that will help you prepared for a successful interview, check out our hiring tips section, on our Microsoft Careers site. ​

As you prepare to engage with Microsoft employees at the booth, here are a few things you should consider as you prepare for a meaningful conversation. ​

• ​Tell us who are you? Be prepared to introduce yourself and provide a top-level summary (elevator pitch) of your key skills, education, and experience. ​

• ​Ask about the Role & Team: Show your interest by asking specific questions about the role you are interested in and the team you would be working with. ​

• ​Inquire about Microsoft’s culture and values: Demonstrate your interest in Microsoft’s culture by asking questions about how our company walks the talk goals and our values.

• ​Tell us how your values and aspirations align with Microsoft’s core values and mission. Share your goals, and tell us how they aligned with Microsoft’s vision and values.

• Check the Action Center if you have already applied.

• LinkedIn Learning: Enhance your skills via interactive modules and learning paths at LinkedIn Learning.

• ​Do you research on our open roles. ​

• ​Be ready!