I submitted my resume… now what?

Once you submit your resume, your name gets logged in as an applicant for the position(s) you applied for and if it meets the required criteria for the position, it is passed along to the hiring manager. To find an update on the postings you applied for, you can log on to your eRecruit account. The system will keep track of postings linked to you and will provide the status of the internship.

How long until I hear something?
Can I apply for more than one internship?
Who can apply?
Are all of your internships paid?
Does the internship program offer any allowances or benefits?
What is your interview process like?

The interview process can be stressful and challenging. However, with preparation and confidence you are guaranteed to make a great first impression.

• Do your homework – research the organization, the position your are interviewing for, as well as yourself
• Practice – think of possible questions the interviewer may ask you based on your resume or cover letter and generate solid responses
• Develop a list of questions about the organization and the position
• Arrive at least ten minutes early
• Offer a firm handshake upon arrival and acknowledge each person in the room
• Bring extra copies of resume, cover letter, references, etc.
• Deliver interview responses focused on concise answers – keep answers on point
• Sell yourself honestly and respectfully

Traditional interviews focus primarily on the candidate’s ability to effectively communicate. The questions do not relate to past behavior or specific instances. Examples of possible questions include, “Why do you want to work for this organization?” or “What are your career goals?”

Behavioral interviews are based on the idea that past behavior is the best predictor of future behavior. Questions are designed to elaborate on one particular instance while using probing questions to gain a balanced perspective of the candidate. Examples of possible questions include, “Describe a time when you were a leader of a successful team” or “Tell me about a time when you were given a vague assignment. What did you do?” The key to answering behavioral interview questions is to answer in the STAR format!

• Situation/Task – Describe the problem, major obstacles, the specific event, or what had to be done
• Action – What did you do? What were the steps you followed? Remember to focus on you!
• Result – How did it turn out? What did you accomplish?

Even though your resume is one of hundreds we may see, it can still stand out from the job-seeking crowd. Use these five tips to help your resume get a first – and second – glance.

• Deliver a clear, concise, strong headline and/or objective statement
• Identify personal qualities and back up with concrete examples
• Quantify your past performances
• Concentrate on key words in the job description
• Proof for accuracy (e.g. spelling, grammar, punctuation) to ensure your resume contains no errors