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Jimellow · 03-02-2005, 10:09 AM

Heya everyone, here is a quick update of my job hunt situation.

After coming back from class today, and picking up a few applications along the way, I logged in at UPS' site and noticed that they had an appointment time open!

I submitted my application online over two weeks ago, and no appointments had opened up, until now.

I'm not really sure what to expect from the interview. The instructions make mention of wearing jeans or khakis and shoes, as a tour of the facility will be given, but I am not sure if I should dress up or wear casual wear?

Ironically, the appointment is scheduled on one of the two days I work at my current job, so it looks like I'm only working one day next week.

I'm looking forward to the interview, because it seems like a job I would enjoy, and one that would work well with my current schedule. I have no idea what my chances of getting hired are, but the fact that an interview time has opened is encouraging.

I applied for a job as a package handler, and from what I gathered in replies here it is a decent job if done right.

I have a few questions to those that are still following this thread..

Regarding the instructions: they recommend wearing casual slacks or jeans and shoes. What would you recommend wearing for a shirt? Old Navy button-down or something more formal? What kind of shoes? They recommend a sturdy closed-toe shoe for the tour? Are we talking sneakers here, or dress shoes?

Also, has anyone gone through this process with UPS before? I gather that it will be a tour of the facilities and a meeting with someone from Human Resources.. But I'm curious about what my chances of getting the job are, and also things I should and shouldn't do while there.. Just general feedback would be great, if anyone has any. Granted, it's a very specific job and something the majority of the posters here can't relate to, but if there are a few that can, I'd really like to your any kind of comments you may have. Or even if you've worked at a similiar type of job, you comments would be very worthwhile and appreciated.

Thanks!

03-02-2005, 10:09 AM	#29 (permalink)
Jimellow Junkie	Heya everyone, here is a quick update of my job hunt situation. After coming back from class today, and picking up a few applications along the way, I logged in at UPS' site and noticed that they had an appointment time open! I submitted my application online over two weeks ago, and no appointments had opened up, until now. I'm not really sure what to expect from the interview. The instructions make mention of wearing jeans or khakis and shoes, as a tour of the facility will be given, but I am not sure if I should dress up or wear casual wear? Ironically, the appointment is scheduled on one of the two days I work at my current job, so it looks like I'm only working one day next week. I'm looking forward to the interview, because it seems like a job I would enjoy, and one that would work well with my current schedule. I have no idea what my chances of getting hired are, but the fact that an interview time has opened is encouraging. I applied for a job as a package handler, and from what I gathered in replies here it is a decent job if done right. I have a few questions to those that are still following this thread.. Regarding the instructions: they recommend wearing casual slacks or jeans and shoes. What would you recommend wearing for a shirt? Old Navy button-down or something more formal? What kind of shoes? They recommend a sturdy closed-toe shoe for the tour? Are we talking sneakers here, or dress shoes? Also, has anyone gone through this process with UPS before? I gather that it will be a tour of the facilities and a meeting with someone from Human Resources.. But I'm curious about what my chances of getting the job are, and also things I should and shouldn't do while there.. Just general feedback would be great, if anyone has any. Granted, it's a very specific job and something the majority of the posters here can't relate to, but if there are a few that can, I'd really like to your any kind of comments you may have. Or even if you've worked at a similiar type of job, you comments would be very worthwhile and appreciated. Thanks! __________________ Desperation is no excuse for lowering one's standards.