Interviews, interviews, interviews......job?
Okay so here's my situation. I am a bit of a late bloomer so to speak. Just graduated from a non-target MBA and looking to start my career in finance. Applied to an unpaid internship (DCM analyst) at a start up brokerage firm and got called in for an interview. Had first interview that I felt went pretty well. During that time the MD told me that the position would start on a certain date and that they would contact me (what they all say). The following week I sent a follow-up email thanking him for his time yada yada and asking about the status of the position. He informs me that they are still in the recruitment process. Fast forward a few days before the position is due to start a send another email reiterating my skills and how I would be a great addition to the team. The MD then sends me an email asking me to meet with him again at his office. I agree and we then had another interview.
During this interview he tells me that he really wants to make sure that I know what the role entails and that the people that they bring onboard will stick around. I reassure him that I am aware of what is involved and that I want to grow with the company. I also let him know that I am aware of how important it is to find someone who fits with the existing group and that I am a team player who is a joy to work with. The interview lasts for about 15 minutes and then he says that he wants me to meet with his partner (other MD and founder) this coming week.
Now this is the part I need advice on. Should I send him another email just so he can remember to set up that interview with his partner OR just wait it out a few more days? The interview was last week friday and he said the 3rd interview would be this week. Also is this a sign that I have the job and he is just getting the okay from someone else OR do you think he's just not sure? Also i'm not sure if this is still the unpaid internship or if this a permanent position. He has hired someone for the position that I first interviewed for but not sure how many positions are available. Please tell me what you think are my chances of getting this job. I really want it....
Update!! I sent the follow up email last week tuesday (after the second interview) and now nothing. He said that the 3rd interview would be this past week and now i haven't even gotten a response to the email I sent. I was thinking of waiting til this coming tuesday and sending another email or calling him. Any ideas?
Yes you need to follow up, frankly MDs have a lot more on their plate to worry about then unpaid interns. For one of my internships I had sent a cold email, got a response, replied and then didn't get a response back. However, I called a couple days after that and set-up the in person interview right on that phone call.
Yeah you are both right I should call him. At least that way if he says they are no longer interested he has to say it to me instead of over an email. If it goes to voicemail should i leave a message or just call back another time?
Call him. If he doesn't answer, wait a little, then call back (leave a message that time). Be persistent but not annoying.
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