Frequently Asked
Q. If I send my application in months before
the deadline, do I have a better chance at getting a position than someone who
turns in an application the day of the deadline?
A. No. Everybody who turns in a COMPLETE application
by the deadline gets exactly the same consideration. It is recommended that applications arrive at
least one week prior to the deadline so that if any information is missing
there will be adequate time for our office to contact you, however complete
applications are a
Q. Are there any tips you can give me on
submitting my application?
A. It is preferred
that all materials arrive together. If
letters of recommendation must be sent separately due to university policy,
please be sure your name and the semester for which you are applying are
clearly marked on the recommendation. Please note that a late recommendation
will render the entire application late.
Q. How many applications does MTC receive?
A. Every year MTC
receives approximately 400 complete applications across the three semesters
with the most applications received for the Summer Semester. Each semester we interview approximately 60
candidates and hire 10 to 18 interns. It should be noted that each position is not
necessarily available every semester due to returning interns and company
workload.
Q. Does MTC hire part-time interns?
A. Not at this
time.
Q. Does MTC hire international interns?
A. Yes, MTC does
hire interns from outside the
Q. What is the timeline for the application
process?
A. Most in-person
and phone interviews are scheduled as early as 1 week after the deadline and as
late as 2 months after the deadline.
All applicants that
submit a complete application by the deadline will be notified by MTC as to
whether or not they are selected for an interview and/or internship
position. It is not always possible for
us to be in touch if your application is received late or is incomplete at the
time of the deadline.
Q. What are the exact dates of each
semester?
A. There are no
exact dates for our program. Generally
the Fall Semester begins the day after Labor Day and lasts through December,
the Spring Semester begins January 2nd and lasts through May and the Summer
Semester begins the first week of June and lasts through August.
While all start and
end dates are somewhat flexible, please indicate in your cover letter if you
are not available for the entire period for which you are applying. Likewise, if you are available significantly
earlier or later please note that as well.
Q. May I apply for more than one semester at
a time?
A. No. Each application submitted must be for a
specific semester. Applicants who are
interviewed but not selected for the program may choose to move their
application to the next semester.
Applicants who are not selected for an interview may choose to apply
again.
Q. If I am hired by MTC for one semester,
may I stay on for a second semester?
A. All interns are
reviewed by their supervisor at the mid-point of their internship. At that time an intern can request to stay on
for the following semester.
Q. What is the proper procedure for mailing
an application?
A. Again, it is preferred that you send
everything in one envelope. Please do not
staple any of your material and do not send any additional materials. If you are selected for an interview you may
bring supplemental material at that time.
Your application should include only the following:
1. Cover letter
2.
MTC
Application Form
3.
Resume
4.
2
letters of reference
No other material
will be reviewed.