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Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
A sales position at Burlington Coat Factory could be the launching pad for a long-term career with the company or the stepping stone to another career. Discuss your career goals and how this job will help you reach them. What your plan is isn't as important as simply having a plan. Your interviewer wants to see that you have solid reasons for applying to Burlington Coat Factory. If you don't, they will assume that you are just looking for a job with any company, which will make you less appealing to them.

Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"I've worked in a restaurant and more recently as a receptionist, but I haven't found exactly what I'm looking for yet. I'm hoping to find a position that strikes a balance between the fast-paced setting of a restaurant job and the customer service and relationship-building of my current job. I think a sales position at Burlington could be the right fit. I'm excited to work in a dynamic customer-service role again and also use what I've learned at my current job to build relationships and create repeat customers."

Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"This job will fit perfectly into my school schedule. Once I complete my education, I hope to be given full-time hours for the summer. I am excited to work for Burlington Coat Factory because of the flexibility you offer students and the growth potential."

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I could work there in the meantime, while I search for an office assistant or typist for later.
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Rather than implying that you plan to quickly move on from the position, you want to show the interviewer that you're looking for a long-term position that you can excel in. Acting passionate about the company and the role will indicate to the interviewer that you're a good candidate for it. You don't want to act as though this role is only a temporary gig that you don't really care about.
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