Considering your background is in an industry different from Alcoa, what skills and characteristics do you have that qualify you for this industry?
There are many ways that you can be a fit for a position, even though you do not come with direct industry experience. Think about the variety of skills that you have and how those can benefit Alcoa, despite the industry background you may have. These are your transferable skills, and they can include sales abilities, customer service experience, and software capabilities.
"Although my background is not in the metals and mining industry, I have worked with many clients who have been in your industry. I bring excellent transferable skills that qualify me for this position. These skills include my advanced abilities in Excel, my outstanding cold-calling abilities as well as my proven background in team leadership."
Here are some transferable skills that could qualify you to work in the metals and mining industry:
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Project Management
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Supervising Others
- Presentation Giving
- Advising
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Anonymous Answer
I am an extremely hard worker and dedicated to everything I do. I am strong believer if your going to do something you have to do it properly, there is no point otherwise. In the mining industry, things must be done right, and it is most effective when employees are dedicated to what they do.
Rachelle's Feedback
This may be a good time to bring in your attention to safety, and teamwork you have experienced in organized sports or volunteer experience from your past. I generally advise removing cliche statements like 'if you aren't going to do it right, don't to it at all' etc, etc. They rarely add value to an interview response. I have provided an example below.
"The skills and characteristics I possess that make me a great fit for this industry include a focus on safety and detail, clear communication with those I report to, my willingness to work hard, and to do the job right the first time. I am a recent graduate who is ready for this next step in my life, and I am ready to do so with pure dedication."
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