Spring Meeting 2: Internship and Job Search Strategies

Meeting Goals

Go over tips and tricks on how to land a job or an internship, including resume building, how to write a cover letter, and how to go about asking for a letter of recommendation. Share what makes someone a strong candidate and your own successes in this area.

Getting a Job or Internship

Resume

Keep your resume short and direct
Highlight relevant skills and experiences
Demonstrate results with numbers and metrics
- For example, someone who previously worked as a sales representative might say that they “executed more than 50 cold calls daily, with an average 5% conversion rate.”
- Think beyond your job duties
Use the right language to stand out
Check for errors

Creating a Personal Statement

Writing a Personal Statement.ppt

Guiding Questions

Who are you writing this personal statement for? Is it an application for a scholarship, a transfer school, or a job? These are different audiences that may be looking for different things.
What kind of theme do you want to focus on? Brainstorm some experiences with your mentee to see what kind of theme might emerge.
Narrative vs. Associative; look at the requirements and determine which style fits best.
Do you have an example of your own personal statement you can share with the mentee to help get them started?

Cover Letter

Customize your letter
Supplement your resume, don’t repeat it
Include keywords and supporting details
Address any missing pieces
Proofread and ask for feedback

The Interview

Be on time
- Arrive 10-15 minutes early
Have some questions of your own prepared in advance
Have a reliable pen and a small note pad with you
Bring several copies of your resume
Listen carefully to the interviewer
Be prepared for personal questions
Wait for the interviewer to mention salary and benefits
Close on a positive, enthusiastic note

Follow Up

Ask about next steps/timeline for hiring process
Send a thank you note or email to the hiring manager
- Make this personal and include something you appreciated from the interview or experience

Guiding Questions

Do you have a resume? What information is on it?
What kind of jobs/internships are you interested in applying for?
Consider doing a mock interview or asking a couple interview questions with your mentee

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