We have a wide range of services at AECL Technologies. Have you ever used any of our services?
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The interviewer wants to know that you are well aware of the services offered at AECL Technologies, Inc.. Have you used them previously? Discuss with the interviewer any exposure you have had to the company. Keep your response positive and lighthearted.
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"I have not personally used your commercial services; however, I have friends who have used AECL Technologies, Inc. for their business needs and their reviews were always positive!"
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"I have been a customer of AECL Technologies, Inc. before, yes! The services I used were A, B, and C. My experience here was very comfortable, and everyone was professional. This experience is one of the reasons why I applied for this role. I want to work for a company that has high standards, and I know first hand that you do!"
Many of the management and higher level roles with AECL Technologies require a Degree in Business or similar. Please walk me through your post-secondary education.
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Your post-secondary background is on your resume; however, the interviewer is asking for you to go into further detail on your experience. This is a great time to brag a little bit about any scholarships, awards, or accolades you may have received during your post-secondary studies. Be sure to discuss how your education has prepared you for a position with AECL Technologies, Inc..
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"I would be thrilled to be considered for a management level position with AECL Technologies, Inc.. Although I do not have many years' experience in this type of position, I do have a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Walden University online. I graduated with a 3.6 GPA. I am very proud of this grade because I worked full time during my studies and still graduated top of my class."
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"If you do not have a formal post-secondary education: "I did not have the opportunity to attend University; however, everything that I have learned on the job has been incredibly valuable. I would be thrilled to join your management team down the road so if you feel there are gaps in my knowledge, I would be happy to consider attending any required classes or workshops."
Due to the nature of AECL Technologies business and services we may ask that you complete a full background check. Are you willing to comply?
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Many companies will ask for a background check before employing you. This due diligence could include a criminal record check, a credit check, a drivers' abstract, and education verification. The request will vary from company to company so you should always be prepared to comply with all requests. If there is a mark on your record, this is the best time to disclose that information.
If you have a clean record: "I can fully understand why AECL Technologies, Inc. would need to conduct background checks on all potential employees. I have a squeaky clean record and am happy to comply with any of your requests."
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"I can fully understand why AECL Technologies, Inc. would need to conduct background checks on all potential employees. I have a squeaky clean record and am happy to comply with any of your requests."
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"If you have a mark on your record: "I can fully understand why AECL Technologies, Inc. would need to conduct background checks on all potential employees. I did have a charge against me approximately six years ago for a DUI. I have gained my drivers' license back since then, but I thought I should disclose that to you ahead of time."
At AECL Technologies we seek to hire those who think outside the box. When was the last time you made a suggestion for workplace improvement? What was the outcome?
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The interviewer would like to know if you are an engaged employee; offering suggestions and providing more profound thought when it comes to processing improvement in the workplace. Give an example of a time when you suggested an improvement in the workplace. It can be big or small! Did anything significant come out of your suggestion?
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"Last year I made a recommendation for our office to incorporate a recycling program. We were going through a lot of single-use coffee pods. It bothered me how wasteful it all seemed. I presented a spreadsheet to my supervisor comparing the single-use pods vs. investing in a built-in coffee machine. The savings over two years were significant, and my boss has now presented my idea to our head office. It feels nice to be heard in the workplace, so I continue to keep my eyes out for opportunities for process improvements."
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"I made some recommendations for change in our CRM system. The suggestions were surrounding how items received documentation and how outstanding tasks became highlighted. Our head office made the changes and a lot of people in our office commented on how much they liked the changes."
At AECL Technologies, our primary work is to cater to other businesses. What do you foresee as the biggest challenge working in the commercial services industry?
Sometimes the services and packages offered at AECL Technologies can be confusing to new clients. How do you explain complicated concepts to those who may not understand?
Considering your background is in an industry different from ours, what skills and characteristics do you have that qualify you for this position in this industry?
Looking at your resume, it seems there are certain skills necessary for this position that do not stand out. How do you think you will be able to compensate for these missing skills?
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About AECL Technologies, Inc.
AECL Technologies, Inc. operates nuclear research and development laboratories. It specializes in design and development of nuclear reactors. It offers nuclear plant services. The company provides seals for safety-related pumps. It also offers waste management and decommissioning consulting services. The company was incorporated in 1988 and is based in Gaithersburg, Maryland. AECL Technologies, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited.