who is doing a Pro Internship in 09?

[dkmulder]

Alright, so I am trying to understand the machine that is Disney (it can not be done, but anywho). It absolutely drives me insane that I have not had a screening interview, even though they claim it is not always necesary- but I haven't heard anything even though they say I am still in the running. I know I meet all the requirements for everything I applied for (although a couple of them had the desired qualification of being bilingual, which I am not fully). So I was just wondering, if some of you do not mind sharing, what kind of experience do you have? I think my resume is pretty good, although it certainly is geared towards education as that is my major and I am a substitute teacher. But those of you who are getting interviews and offers, do you have extensive experience, or just the cp, college major and maybe one other job that relates? How did you show that you are qualified on your resume? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. As I said before, I know I qualify, I'm just trying to see if maybe I'm doing something wrong. Thanks all!

 

[dopeyrunner]

Did you add a cover letter even though it was optional, and I think someone posted earlier that they are hardly read. I would always advised creating a template cover letter and then add to it to cater for the job your applying for.
Also what does your resume look like? You may want someone to look it over when there are thousand of applications you want to make sure you put your best foot forward with your resume. That does mean you may have to change it to make it tailored the role.
But you know I have no idea why certain people are getting picked over others.


"Shake,Shake,Shake uh Shake It!! Though not to bad anymore got the panel interview done"

 

[dkmulder]

Did you add a cover letter even though it was optional, and I think someone posted earlier that they are hardly read. QUOTE]


Yup, I am the one who complained when I heard they may not read cover letters, because that is really where I think I can set myself apart. I believe my resumes are quite good; I've been to agencies before and they say they look good. I also taylor each resume for the position, making certain I highlight the qualifications per the role.

What really gets me though, I have had two interviews in the past where I did not get the job, and in both cases when I asked why I didn't get it, they both said it was because they could tell I would leave them for Disney. One employer said that I was their favorite for the position, but (as Disney is on my resume) my eyes would light up when we would talk about Disney and she said she knew that was where I would go and they were looking for someone for the long haul. The other one was the same; they thought I would not stay with them for years to come because of the passion I showed for working for Disney. Hmm. Everyone else sees it, why can't they

 

[dopeyrunner]

1. Where in Michigan are you from?
2. The reality of the situation is we are not baby boomers, we are gen x'er, y'ers or Millennials and there is no such thing as work place loyatly anymore. Some may disagree but on average we are always looking for the next great thing. So the employers that you spoke to just gave you a cheap excuse rather than a real reason. I have worked with human relations before and we all know that if you get more then two years out of an employee your doing good. Also you should be energetic throughout the entire conversation and not just about one certain job.

 

[GiAnnie]

Did you add a cover letter even though it was optional, and I think someone posted earlier that they are hardly read. QUOTE]


Yup, I am the one who complained when I heard they may not read cover letters, because that is really where I think I can set myself apart. I believe my resumes are quite good; I've been to agencies before and they say they look good. I also taylor each resume for the position, making certain I highlight the qualifications per the role.

What really gets me though, I have had two interviews in the past where I did not get the job, and in both cases when I asked why I didn't get it, they both said it was because they could tell I would leave them for Disney. One employer said that I was their favorite for the position, but (as Disney is on my resume) my eyes would light up when we would talk about Disney and she said she knew that was where I would go and they were looking for someone for the long haul. The other one was the same; they thought I would not stay with them for years to come because of the passion I showed for working for Disney. Hmm. Everyone else sees it, why can't they

I believe we are going through the similar things. I have not heard back from any of my applications and I have been going over my resume with a fine tooth comb. It is really bothering me. So I had a professor go over it, and one of my old Disney managers. They said my resume was great. I thought it was maybe my GPA, but it is really not that horrible. I just cannot stop thinking about it, and obsessing over why I am not getting picked. My professor I was talking to said the same thing about my face just lighting up when I talk about Disney. I just want a shot at an interview so I can prove that I want to work at Disney, since apparently my resume just isn't doing the trick. But it is a catch-22 because I can't get an interview to save my life!

/rant

 

[graygables]

I got an offer and accepted a position for the Front Office Management Internship today!!! I interviewed for it last season when they ended up cancelling the position, so I didn't have to interview again! I'm so excited!

Best of luck to all those with interviews coming up!

Congratulations!!! You are giving me hope...

Did they tell you where you would be placed yet?

 

[lea509]

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[lea509]

I believe we are going through the similar things. I have not heard back from any of my applications and I have been going over my resume with a fine tooth comb. It is really bothering me. So I had a professor go over it, and one of my old Disney managers. They said my resume was great. I thought it was maybe my GPA, but it is really not that horrible. I just cannot stop thinking about it, and obsessing over why I am not getting picked. My professor I was talking to said the same thing about my face just lighting up when I talk about Disney. I just want a shot at an interview so I can prove that I want to work at Disney, since apparently my resume just isn't doing the trick. But it is a catch-22 because I can't get an interview to save my life!

/rant

honestly, disney is really big on networking, so if you have the references/recommendations it will help! On a side note, I included a cover letter for gr, so the theory on them being pointless might not be completely accurate.

 

[GiAnnie]

honestly, disney is really big on networking, so if you have the references/recommendations it will help! On a side note, I included a cover letter for gr...

I have professors from school and managers from Disney willing to be personal references, but where should I put those? Should I have included their information on my resume? I was told to put "Have references if needed" or something like that on my resume, but not include them until asked.

And thanks for the tip!

 

[graygables]

Because I can't sleep, random question...

Has anyone been called with an offer on any day other than Friday??? Just curious...

 

[Rufio]

I got an offer and accepted a position for the Front Office Management Internship today!!! I interviewed for it last season when they ended up cancelling the position, so I didn't have to interview again! I'm so excited!

Best of luck to all those with interviews coming up!

nice one!
NOW thats what im talkin bout- you are now SHAKE FREE!
great job...now do not leave without us ok?! we are a nerdy strange disney freakish family!

 

[bonbon]

Update: Guess I'm not the only one anymore, I applied for College ED Coordinator and Recruiting too Bonbon!

lol maybe we should help each other out: we can say we already know another potential PI and we work well together. who knows, it could work!

Another weekend full of shakes and school work. Luckily for me, I have 3 projects due monday,so hopefully my mind will be kept busy on other things and not Disney this weekend *I hope*

 

[lauraebeth]

Rufio, is your interview for Retail management on the phone or in person?

 

[tink8685]

First I want to say congratulations to all of you who have gotten interviews. Rufio, I'm so excited for you,, good luck and pixie dust come time for your interview. I'm happy that so many of our fellow board members are having some luck getting through.

That being said, I'm beginning to get very discouraged. I saw on this thread and one the Facebook group that a number of people have gotten interviews and even gotten accepted for some of the positions I've applied for, including DVC Sales and Guest Relations. Meanwhile, I still haven't gotten a screening interview and another weekend is here with no news. This is so depressing...

I hear ya! I haven't even had a screening interview or anything and it's been over a month now since I applied for some of them! But I'm juts trying to stay positive through this whole thing. For a while I was thinking well maybe my resume wasn't good enough and what if i'm just not qualified enough...but then i realized that I shouldn't have that attitude. My professors have all told me I have a great resume, and I have a pretty high gpa...so I really don't know why I haven't been called yet...but I'm just staying positive and tellng myself that I have to be patient and as the saying goes.."good things come to those who wait" (i'm just hoping the wait isn't that much longer!!)

So stay positive and know that at least you're not the only one who hasn't heard! we're all suffering from the disney shakes together!

For those of you who have had interivews or accepted PI positions...congrats! Send some of the pixie dust our way!

 

[kristilovesdw]

I hear ya! I haven't even had a screening interview or anything and it's been over a month now since I applied for some of them! But I'm juts trying to stay positive through this whole thing. For a while I was thinking well maybe my resume wasn't good enough and what if i'm just not qualified enough...but then i realized that I shouldn't have that attitude. My professors have all told me I have a great resume, and I have a pretty high gpa...so I really don't know why I haven't been called yet...but I'm just staying positive and tellng myself that I have to be patient and as the saying goes.."good things come to those who wait" (i'm just hoping the wait isn't that much longer!!)

These were a few of my concerns as well. My resume is full of Graphic Design experience but since I've just recently changed my major to Fashion Merchandising, I have no experience in that field... I'm desperately hoping Disney will give me chance but it's highly unlikely now that I think more about it... Who knows what exactly Disney is looking for though, right? I won't give up hope just yet.

 

[ashleyrm]

Thank You!!

brad_vandyke12- I don't remember the questions exactly- but someone did post the questions they were asked and I do remember being asked those, including what does diversity mean to you and how do you relate to guests. Most are behavioral questions. Good luck with your interview!

Why did they ask about an old, old wooden ship that was used during the Civil War era????

 

[islandears]

I love lamp.

 

[ashleyrm]

I love lamp.

Sorry, Couldn't help myself...Just trying to cut the tension for ya'll. My son is currently doing a CP and applied for the F&B management internship.

Will let you know how it progresses (if it does!)

"I would be surprised if Disney were concerned about the lack of an old, old wooden ship, but nice try."

 

[lea509]

I have professors from school and managers from Disney willing to be personal references, but where should I put those? Should I have included their information on my resume? I was told to put "Have references if needed" or something like that on my resume, but not include them until asked.

And thanks for the tip!

I didn't put any references on my resume, rather my managers and references at disney offered to call it in for me, that I was applying. Also I put them down as my three references on the application I had to print out and mail in.

 

[Tink the Rock Star]

I didn't put any references either, I was told it's not needed and junks up the resume.

I have a couple of managers pulling for me, so I can just hope for the best there. And on my cover letter for GR I mentioned the name of the CM that mentored me on my GR shadow. I was told that was an effective way to list a reference with not formally doing so in the resume.

I hope everyone has a lovely weekend, and hopefully we'll hear some good things come Monday.

I know the weekend will be rough, I woke up and looked at my phone, and then, for the first time in my life thought "oh crap, it's Saturday."

Pixie dust for all!