Should I bring my resume with me to an interview?

[Adamb83]

I feel it's not necessary, but I don't want to stand out for the wrong reasons. What did you guys do?

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[tbone1234]

I feel it's not necessary, but I don't want to stand out for the wrong reasons. What did you guys do?

I read on other threads here that some people did indeed bring a copy of their transcript and CV in a small folder. From others, I hear that it's not necessary.

I would just in case. If you don't need it, just give the folder a tear and slip it in a trash can lol. 😛

 

[SLC]

I didn't take mine. They have everything they need to know from your apps.

But if it will make you feel more relaxed, then by all means do it.

SLC

 

[JeetKuneDo]

I didn't take mine. They have everything they need to know from your apps.

But if it will make you feel more relaxed, then by all means do it.

SLC

Did you bring anything at all?

 

[Postal]

I feel it's not necessary, but I don't want to stand out for the wrong reasons. What did you guys do?

I brought a resume in a fancy folder with my school name on it. I didn't need it. They have everything about you in their own folders. But I figured I looked professional and it gave my hands something to do.

 

[SLC]

Did you bring anything at all?

A nice pen. Just felt like it went with the image I was trying to portray with the suit and all. There are things you'll have to sign.

The idea is to be relaxed and confident. Whatever it tales for to get there, by all means do it.

 

[scummie]

I brought a resume in a fancy folder with my school name on it. I didn't need it. They have everything about you in their own folders. But I figured I looked professional and it gave my hands something to do.

Yah. I agree. Reduces the fidgeting, makes you feel important. Whatever works. Brought my transcript, resume, etc. Never actually used it, but it felt good to know I was prepared.

 

[PJ meowerton]

I brought copies of my application and secondary essays so if there was down time I could read over what I wrote so I'd know what things I talked about and what I didn't.

 

[Goro]

Under NO circumstances do that! it makes you look like a typical overacheiving pre-med gunner. These are the kind of people we have in our offices whining about getting an 87 instead of an 88. We reject this sort of person.

I feel it's not necessary, but I don't want to stand out for the wrong reasons. What did you guys do?

 

[Postal]

Under NO circumstances do that! it makes you look like a typical overacheiving pre-med gunner. These are the kind of people we have in our offices whining about getting an 87 instead of an 88. We reject this sort of person.

Wow. Really? I hope your thoughts aren't representative of all admissions offices.

 

[scummie]

Wow. Really? I hope your thoughts aren't representative of all admissions offices.

👍

 

[Goro]

I can't speak for other schools, but that's how we feel here.

Wow. Really? I hope your thoughts aren't representative of all admissions offices.

 

[fiznat]

I brought a little leather-ish folder with my resume and basic application stuff in it. I didn't use it most of the time (once I did refer to my PS when they asked me specifically about it), but I liked having something to hold as well as store paperwork/stuff the school gave us. I thought it looked more professional. I would say 60-70% of the other applicants had something similar.

To the poster above who said bringing resumes makes you look like a "gunner," either that person is a troll or is speaking from a very limited perspective. Like I said, MOST of my fellow interviewers had something like this. Not that it will be necessary, but I think it is part of the package. There is nothing wrong with looking prepared and professional.

 

[JeetKuneDo]

I brought a little leather-ish folder with my resume and basic application stuff in it. I didn't use it most of the time (once I did refer to my PS when they asked me specifically about it), but I liked having something to hold as well as store paperwork/stuff the school gave us. I thought it looked more professional. I would say 60-70% of the other applicants had something similar.

To the poster above who said bringing resumes makes you look like a "gunner," either that person is a troll or is speaking from a very limited perspective. Like I said, MOST of my fellow interviewers had something like this. Not that it will be necessary, but I think it is part of the package. There is nothing wrong with looking prepared and professional.

Yeah, I think I will do the same. Never hurts to be prepared.

 

[SLC]

To the poster above who said bringing resumes makes you look like a "gunner," either that person is a troll or is speaking from a very limited perspective.

I thought it was common knowledge around here that Goro was an ADCOM member/interviewer.

 

[MaximusD]

Under NO circumstances do that! it makes you look like a typical overacheiving pre-med gunner. These are the kind of people we have in our offices whining about getting an 87 instead of an 88. We reject this sort of person.

This is the biggest steaming pile of poo I've ever read. Don't post garbage on these boards. I worked with admissions at a well-known osteopathic med school and it does not reflect poorly if you have a CV with you. In fact, presenting your own CV gives you the opportunity to draw their attention to what you want them to see and so that the information is presented in a more memorable manner.

Not required, but not frowned-upon. They already have the information from AMCAS/AACOMAS and your secondary application, that's true. But it's not a problem if you provide supplemental materials.

Seriously, if you think it's bad that applicants show initiative, then maybe you are looking for the wrong qualities in applicants.

 

[fiznat]

I thought it was common knowledge around here that Goro was an ADCOM member/interviewer.

I suppose it's possible, who knows. Even if he is, I still think his statement is ridiculous.

 

[Adamb83]

I decided not to bring one. It was split right down the middle whether students brought one or not. I think for my interview (LECOM- Bradenton) it was the right decision. The interview was very low key, and while I don't think it reflects poorly on you to have one, it was definitely not expected (or used).

This question might have more to do with where you interview.

PS. I was accepted 🙂

 

[emarem]

Don't many schools do tours and give you information on interview day. Why wouldn't you want to have something to take notes in? And why on earth would that be frowned upon?

 

[DrMikeP]

I brought a copy with me in my planner I use to take notes and keep up with app paperwork. Didn't need it and didn't see a good opportunity to offer it so didn't. The way I saw it they had all of the info for an interview already so it didn't provide anything, but I had it just incase.

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[NecrotizingFasciitis]

I'm trying to picture what you guys are talking about. The planner I used at my school was quite small, it wouldn't fit papers in it without crumpling the edges. Are we talking the Manila folders? Briefcase? Casual 2 pocket folder? I feel as if it will make me feel more comfortable to have something to carry, like others have mentioned.


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[hallowmann]

I'm trying to picture what you guys are talking about. The planner I used at my school was quite small, it wouldn't fit papers in it without crumpling the edges. Are we talking the Manila folders? Briefcase? Casual 2 pocket folder? I feel as if it will make me feel more comfortable to have something to carry, like others have mentioned.


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I picture something like this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Busin...904259?hash=item2eea730d83:g:m68AAOSwX~dWlOct
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Logoed-Firs...990614?hash=item3d1c407216:g:5C8AAOSwd0BV02d9

Basically a portfolio folder. It may or may not be useful. Resumes won't be necessary at all in interviews, and most places will give you a packet or something that you can take notes in.

 

[sharpstickie]

Under the thread "What to bring for OOS interviews" it states:
"Essential Interview Materials: Copy of AMCAS submission, secondary materials, copy of your interview invitation, phone number of the school, contact information for person/place where you are staying, possibly a map of the area."
It was optional to submit a CV along with my secondary for a school so naturally I brought a hard copy with me to the interview. No problem with that.

 

[deleted709753]

Only noobs bring things besides a pen to interviews.

 

[mathnerd88]

It is not necessary to bring your resume to your interview. I did bring copies of my resume in a portfolio folder but I never opened it or gave it out to my interviewer.

It depends on the school- whether not it is open file or closed file, etc. Gauge the situation.

But after looking back, a resume is not needed because schools have all your experiences and achievements from your AACOMAS app.