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Karrie Day is a certified career coach and strategist with a passion for helping her clients define and reach their professional goals. She offers career advancement services such as brand development, resume writing and critiques, job search strategies,
This is one of the most commonly reported interview questions and failing to prepare a standout response is a huge missed opportunity. There are several viable paths to success and your answer should be authentic, related to your role, and well-researched (i.e. "I want to work at Jacobs because it is a great company" won't cut it).
Consider any of the following:
- Appreciation for Jacobs' commitment to (a program, cause, or concept you believe in such as sustainability)
- Jacobs' reputation for innovation backed by a relevant example
- Jacobs' excellence in relation to their competitors
- Jacobs' commitment to diversity and inclusion and a brief explanation of why that matters to you
- Specific career advancement opportunities

Karrie Day is a certified career coach and strategist with a passion for helping her clients define and reach their professional goals. She offers career advancement services such as brand development, resume writing and critiques, job search strategies,
"Jacobs has a fantastic reputation for innovation when it comes to inclusive design practices. I appreciate the way the company looks at the holistic picture and develops well-rounded solutions leveraging its expertise across domains. When researching Jacobs in comparison to top competitors, I felt Jacobs was the standout in this area. I value similar holistic principles in my work and personal life and I want to work for a company that is a leader in this area."

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