On-Campus Interviews and Information Sessions
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rganizations conduct on-campus interviews and information sessions to identify suitable candidates. Because campus visits cost them a great deal of time, expense, and manpower, they are very selective regarding the schools they choose for interview sessions. Graduate schools will normally conduct information sessions in lieu of actual interviews, but are also selective in the schools they visit. In short, employers and graduate schools want the most ‘bang for their buck’. If students are professional, engaged, and prepared, the recruiter will continue to keep Wabash on their recruiting schedule for the future. If not, they will drop Wabash without hesitation. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you abide by the expectations and manage the interview process ethically and professionally. Note that such interviews are almost always ‘screening’ interviews, which means there will be follow-up interviews if they are interested in your candidacy.
On-Campus Interviews All such opportunities are posted in WabashWorks in the job listings section - designated in all caps as OnCampus Interviews - and all are prescreen schedules. Prescreen means that the employer will gather the resumes on the deadline date, select candidates to interview, and indicate their selections in WabashWorks. When you click the ‘Apply’ button in WabashWorks, your resume/cover letter is submitted directly to the employer. It is expected that you will research the organization prior to applying. If you are selected to interview, you will receive an email via WabashWorks indicating you’re selected and asking to you sign up for an interview slot through the system. Once you select your time slot, you’re all set to interview. The timing of this process is extremely important. When you receive the ‘sign up’ email, do so immediately. If you are not selected, you will also receive an email through WabashWorks indicating such. Occasionally the employer will tell us why you weren’t selected. You’re welcome to contact us if you have questions regarding the decision. To make it more likely you will be selected, tailor your resume and cover letter specifically to the position/organization/industry, clearly indicating you are a good fit. Anything less and your chances diminish significantly.
Expectations for On-Campus Interviews
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