Your motivation for seeking an internship is very important to staff making selections. Use the personal essay to sell yourself when information is not provided elsewhere in the application components. Be realistic and honest while assessing your skills, knowledge and abilities. Always be open to placement locations other than your ideal preference. However, if you must stay in one location, clearly indicate that in your application.
Telephone interviews are critical during the selection process.
Make sure to provide numbers where you can be reached and reliable messages taken. Treat the interview as if it were a regular job interview. Provide concise answers and ask questions about the host site and position responsibilities. 2000 Student Conservation Association, Inc.