Assignment task: First, choose a job or graduate school audience to target. Then research your potential employer or graduate school. Answer the following prompts:
1. Post a link to the job ad or graduate school program (or copy into your post). Why have you chosen this job and/or organization?
2. List two or three key points regarding the organization's history. What's the story of how this company or school was founded? What were their initial guiding principles or goals?
3. Describe the company or school "culture" as evidenced by websites, blogs, videos, or products associated with this organization.
4. List two problems you imagine this company or school may face in the future. How would you contribute to the solution to this problem if you joined this organization?
5. Identify and list key words and phrases that indicate organization values and goals. Also describe some important ways you can incorporate those key words into your resume and cover letter.
6. Mention any other challenges you may face as you work on this project.