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If you are interested please send your resume to Bianca Nafpliotis, Career Corps Volunteer Program Coordinator at [email protected].
Another aspect that stands out to recruiters is organizational awareness. Read more than just the first page of the organization’s website before you apply, and incorporate the research into your cover letter to show your passion for the organization.
Recruiters also search social media to find prospective applicants, so having an up to
date online resume and professional profile could also be key to standing out.
Although you may look good on paper and online, your initial meeting with a talent recruiter is still crucial when it comes to showcasing the best you have to offer as an applicant. This meeting will occur during the initial interview stage, and can be make or break for an applicant. Your resume may get you in the door, but you have to be prepared once you get there.
Before your interview, make sure that you have several copies of your resume and transcripts (if applicable), be prepared when it comes to knowing the company, and pick out the most professional (but comfortable) outfit you can. Most importantly, know a point of contact for the company to call.
When you arrive, be polite, be confident (but do not brag), and provide good eye contact. Always be prepared to ask questions, and take the time to answer each question the recruiter asks. When you are answering questions, make sure to listen and fully answer the question you've been asked, rather than the question you wish you'd been asked. After the interview, send a thank you email to the recruiter for their time, and to demonstrate continued interest in the position.
Recruiters are always looking for that superstar amidst the many applicants they review. Take the time and effort to show that there is no one like you, and they will see that you really are the best individual for the position.