I applied online. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Cornell University in Sep 2022
Interview
Indicated interest, met with person in charge of hiring to discuss, end. Discussion covered my interest in being a fitness monitor, my other obligations, and a general overview of the position.
I applied through college or university. I interviewed at Cornell University
Interview
It was quite easy. Make sure you have some sports experience under your belt. Be positive and jovial. Don't take it too seriously. Have some fun with it. They just want to make sure you are nice person to talk to
I applied in-person. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Cornell University (Ithaca, NY) in Aug 2009
Interview
There are two different interview experiences. There are "Bulks" during the beginning of the Fall Semester where they do three days of mass interviews, anyone that shows up gets an interview. Cornell Fitness Centers, CFC, does most of their hiring during this time. The other interview process happens during the year, when you submit an application and then schedule and appointment.
Interviewers are usually other students that have been interview trained and have higher ranking, as well as students who are in assistant management positions. Occasionally you will be interviewed by the professional staff. The interviewer will take notes and complete an evaluation. The pro staff reviews all notes and recommendations and then makes the actual hiring decision.
Interview questions are very standard. They'll ask about yourself and then give scenario based questions. This may seem a little over board for a job at the gym but they're also doing it as a growing experience for students. They want to give students as real of an experience on both sides of the interview process. That being said the interview may seem very daunting but they have realistic expectations especially for Freshmen who may never have had a job before.
They're looking for you to have a personality more than anything. Stay calm, smile, and don't give one sentence answer. They're asking you a question, but think about what that question can reveal about your personality or customer service skills etc. Use every questions as an opportunity to sell yourself. Dress nicely, show up early.
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Question 1
To people who have never had a job or interview experience scenario based questions may seem a little strange or difficult to answer.
Ex. Tell me a time you had to deal with a difficult person, Tell me a time you had to explain a new concept to someone.
DON'T Give one sentence answers. Don't get caught up in explaining the situation, or complaining about the other person, they want to hear about you. YOU'RE the one being interviewed, so focus your answer on that. Talk about your process dealing with the situation being described in detail.