With which industry-related computer programs are you most familiar?
The oil and gas industry has many options when it comes to computer programs, applications, and other software solutions. Speak briefly to the ones with which you're most comfortable. Also be sure to express that you can learn new applications and systems quickly.
"I have experience with several different computer software suites within the oil and gas industry - I've worked with NetSuite, Sage Business Cloud Enterprise Management, JD Edwards and Microsoft Dynamics most recently. I'm also comfortable with SAP Business. I also can easily learn new systems. Could you share with me which programs you use at Exxon? I would be happy to gain a head start by taking online coursework and tutorials."
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I am very comfortable with Microsoft office suite and SAP Business. I'm also very adaptable and a quick learner and will be very comfortable learning new computer programs quickly. Can you recommend some used at ExxonMobil? I would like to take some courses to familiarise myself with them.
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This is a good start! Next, I recommend avoiding general statements and further supporting your skills with measurable statements and examples. For instance, 'very comfortable' is a statement that cannot be measured and is open to interpretation. I've provided a revision suggestion for you below.
"I consider myself an intermediate user in Microsoft Office Suite. I have used Microsoft products my entire career, and when I am faced with a task that I am not familiar with, I will watch a tutorial and learn the skill. My knowledge of SAP Business is advanced, particularly in the X, Y, and Z modules. I'm an adaptable and a quick learner who is comfortable learning new computer programs quickly. For example, I...(tell a brief story that highlights your quick learning and adaptability). Could you provide me with information regarding the tools I will be using in this role? I am ready to take some courses to familiarize myself in advance."
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