QUESTION 20 OF 28

Here at Varian Medical Systems, we actively promote a culture of giving through many great programs that impact lives in a positive way. In what ways have you given back during your personal life or career?

Varian Medical Systems promotes giving and donation programs in many ways. Their partners in giving program lets staff support their favorite charities by matching donations as an organization. The organization promotes and organizes cancer walks, food drives, blood drives, toy drives and helps provide global outreach to those in need around the world. For this question, your interviewer will be looking to hear that you have the same giving mindset by having you talk a bit about things you've done in the past. If you are young in your career or haven't done much to this point, be sure to reiterate to your interviewer that you'd love to help out where you could if hired for this position.

"I feel very fortunate to have participated in some great charity and giving back activities throughout my career. With my current employer, I have organized a back to school supply donation campaign for students that come to school with insufficient supplies needed for their education. I've also helped organize book drives in the inner-city schools as well. In reading about some of the efforts that Varian Medical Systems put forward, I'd love to be a part of those if hired for this position."

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I have been fortunate to be a part of Blue Cross, India. Blue Cross is an animal welfare charity based out of my hometown in Chennai, India. As a part of the initiative, I got to foster and care for injured strays and abandoned pets that find their way into our shelter. Even in college now, I find free time to volunteer at SJSU cares which is a wonderful initiative aimed to provide resources and services to students facing any kind of financial crisis.

Stephanie's Feedback

It's great to hear that you have been proactive in seeking out opportunities to volunteer and create an impact on the community! Your response is very compelling and gives insight into your talents and passions. To round it out, I suggest adding a single final closing sentence that closes out your response and states your commitment to community service. For example, "Contributing to my community is an important part of my life, and I feel fortunate for the opportunities I've had to gain so many meaningful experiences and skills along the way."

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