FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS RECRUITMENT?

At the beginning of each semester, we host our recruitment week which is a number of events where we look to find who our next members will be and our new members check us out as well. This is when we get to learn about you while you learn all about us.

 

DO I NEED TO HAVE ANY PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE?

Not necessarily! Our members come from a variety of different professional backgrounds so we appreciate all kinds of prior experiences, including jobs, extracurricular activities, and on-campus involvement.

 

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM THE INTERVIEW? HOW CAN I PREPARE FOR IT?

The interview is for us to learn more about you. Prepare for it as you would a professional job interview.

 

HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHOM TO INVITE TO JOIN THE ORGANIZATION?

We review and evaluate each candidate holistically. Some of the factors we take into account are impressions made during recruitment week, interest in DSP, past experiences, personality, and ambitions.

 

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR IDEAL CANDIDATE?

We look for individuals with great potential and a desire to contribute to the organization. Beyond that, we welcome and appreciate all candidates!

 

WHAT CAN I DO TO IMPROVE MY CHANCES OF GETTING SELECTED?

We look for individuals with great potential and a desire to contribute to the organization. Beyond that, we welcome and appreciate all candidates!

 

IF I DON'T GET A BID, CAN I TRY TO JOIN AGAIN NEXT SEMESTER?

Absolutely, trying to join multiple times demonstrates determination which is a great trait that we look for in our candidates.