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Second Try |
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my opinion |
| Date Posted: |
02/14/2006 |
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I've also heard they take many 2nd and 3rd try applicants. I'm curious about any specifics you've heard.
There are obviously very few concrete prerequisites for the DO but there must be some certifications or programs - resume decor - that make a stronger case for improvement than personal opinion. Looking for something better to say than "I succeeded in my private sector position but really looked into this on the side. Alot." |
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I look at it this way: Take all the things they list on their website as desirable in an applicant and use it as a checklist:
Foreign Travel
Foreign language proficiency
Prior residency abroad
Military experience
A background in Central Eurasian, East Asian and Middle Eastern languages
Degrees and experience in international economics and business,
35 years old or younger
How many checks do you come up with? Did you add any in between applications? Notice they list languages twice. I personally think that speaking a foreign language, in particular a mission critical one, can be a deal breaker. If you don??t come in with languages you must undergo training for a year or more. Learning a language on your own time shows commitment and an international focus (and ultimately less training time). You can be the most personable person in the world, but if you can??t speak the language of country X then you can??t recruit. Just my two cents.
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