Preparation

Essentials

• A targeted resume, cover letter and networking strategy: Your research will allow you to present your relevant skills and experience in language of hospitality and lodging, which is especially important if you are a career switcher. The more feedback you receive on your resume and cover letter from coaches, peers and alums and contacts with industry experience, the stronger it will be.

• Look at examples of job descriptions that interest you and familiarize yourself with the specific skillsets, strengths and competencies that are in demand for the roles you seek.

• Networking to deepen knowledge of a target firm, build relationships and demonstrate your strengths as a candidate is required to attain an internship or full-time position. Many firms know who they want to interview before the resume drop even occurs.

Case Interview and Preparation Tips

• Take part in Case Interview Preparation as many firms use these types of interviews during the recruiting process.

• Firms commonly track you from your first interactions with the firm. Firm representatives and alumni visit campus and meet with students to identify top talent long before the formal resume submission. Every informational counts!

• Be prepared for very specific questions about your background in all interactions, including informational interviews.