051 // What Every Recruiter Wishes for in a Candidate With Leah Brink

Engineering our Future: Empowering Engineers to Become Leaders Podcast

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While school is a wonderful experience, your professional career after graduation is completely different. And it all starts with a job application, whether you are seeking an internship or full-time position. Today, you’ll learn everything you need to stand out during the recruiting process from the expert picking and choosing the winning candidates herself.
Leah Brink is a talent acquisition expert currently working for Daktronics. On today’s episode, she elaborates on what she has learned over her 10+ years of experience in this role. She gives actionable and highly recommended tips on how to prepare and apply for a job, even if the process happens remotely.
What You’ll Learn:

• Leah Brink’s Work at Daktronics


• Daktronics Founding Story


• Two Types of Internship Programs Currently Available at Daktronics


• How Getting Work Experience Early on Can Help Students After They Graduate


• Why Employers Use Your Grades in School to Make a Hiring Decision


• The Role Extracurricular Activities Play in Your Career


• How an Internship Can Help You Figure Out if You’ve Chosen the Right Field for You


• Why an Internship is a Competitive Advantage (From the Employer’s Perspective)


• Working Jobs Not Related to Your Field Can Still Get You Valuable Skills―And Contacts


• How the Recruiting Processes Have Changed With the Pandemic


• How You Can Better Prepare for a Remote Job Interview


• Remote Employee Training: How Can You Prepare for It?


• The Importance of Proactivity as an Intern and Employee


• From Cover Letter to Crafting the Perfect Resume: Job Application Tips to Stand Out


• What Recruiters Immediately Look for Once They Get Your Resume

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