Interview Tips

- Arrive early for your presentation. They like to start promptly at the announced time. You must attend the entire presentation in order to interview, so it's better to be a little early than a little late!

- If you are attending the presentation at a school other than your own, you will most likely interview that night. This means you need to be prepared. You will want to be dressed business-like, or as you would for any serious job interview. You will also need to complete the online application at www.wdwcollegeprogram.com before attending. Complete instructions will be given to you at that site.

- Consider bringing a resume and cover letter. Please realize this is not required, but does show that you are serious, and it gives the Recruiter a little extra about yourself. Remember, the Recruiters go through hundreds of applications a week. You want your application to stand out. Use the cover letter to explain why you think you are a good candidate for the Program.

- You will be interviewed in groups of 2-4 people. They are looking to see how you interact with other people, who might be total strangers, much like your interaction with guest will be in the parks. Show interest in what the others are saying, and don't hesitate to ask them questions. Be enthusiasitic, don't wait for someone else to answer a group question first.

- The interview will usually last about 5-10 minutes. This is mostly because this will be the maximum amount of time you will usually spend with a guest. It is important to make an impression in this short amount of time. It is certainly not necessary to go deep into your life story.

- Smile and make eye contact. These are perhaps the most important things to do. Someone that smiles and makes eye contact while talking or listening seems more approachable and friendly. The Recuiter has probably worked somewhere in the parks, so he or she knows exactly what they are looking for. Good Luck!