North Dakota State University

What is your First Impression?

• Very casual
• Not professional in the slightest
• Not good interview apparel

Is this appropriate for a Career Fair?

• Not appropriate if the job seeker was seriously looking for a career
• Maybe appropriate for a classroom, however, not when seeking employment at a career fair
• Not appropriate - too casual
• Casual
• Ok for career fair, however, would not stand out in a crowd of potential candidates

Is this appropriate for an Interview?

• Not professional; Arms should always be covered, and blue jeans should never be worn
• Not dressed appropriately for an interview
• Not appropriate for a position in our agency

What is your First Impression?

• Looks professional
• Nice choice, but would prefer the shirt to be tucked in
• Looks professional - a bit trendy

Is this appropriate for a Career Fair?

• Her appearance conveys she is serious about seeking employment
• Professional
• Appropriate
• Ok for career fair

Is this appropriate for an Interview?

• Would be dressed for an interview setting
• The shirt should be tucked in
• Appropriate for our agency
• Good interview apparel depending on the sought after position

What is your First Impression?

• Depending on the office setting this attire would be appropriate
• Too casual for an interview, but fine for the office
• Business casual

Is this appropriate for a Career Fair?

• Acceptable
• Probably ok for a career fair
• Ok for fair

Is this appropriate for an Interview?

• A suit is more structured and therefore more appropriate for an interview - but this is just fine for work attire
• Adding a blazer would convey a more professional image
• Not appropriate - sleeves are too short
• Business casual... would be ok

What is your First Impression?

• The body art (tattoo on the left foot) should be concealed; Clothing looks professional
• Visible tattoo should be covered to avoid distraction; Nylons or hose should be worn to any professional event
• Nice outfit
• Professional

Is this appropriate for a Career Fair?

• Body art is ok, however, a more conservative approach by concealing her tattoo would be beneficial during a career fair
• Would be all right, but would add credit to the individual by adding some type of hosiery
• Too dressy for a career fair
• Ok

Is this appropriate for an Interview?

• The skirt is a little short and may cause more discomfort to the interviewee than the interviewer
• Body art is ok, however, a more conservative approach by concealing her tattoo would be beneficial during an interview
• Appropriate
• Professional