Interview + resume tips to ace your application process
I started my career in 2021 as a data science intern at Spotify.
Then, I did another internship, and then a master’s thesis as a machine learning researcher.
So I’m something of an internship specialist myself. My colleagues even used to joke about the fact that I was becoming a senior intern. So if you’re a student dreaming to join Spotify, this article is for you.
The year I got accepted, there were around tens of thousands of applicants. Needless to say, it’s pretty competitive.
And it’s easy to see why.
For many of us, including myself, Spotify is a dream company. Nothing resonates more with people than music. So many students dream to join the band and for a good reason.
Landing an internship is often the best way to get a full-time offer when you’re a graduate, even in tech.
Two years ago, I happened to be one of the lucky ones who got an offer to stay, and ever since then, I haven’t stopped receiving messages of students asking me how I did it. It’s the #1 question that comes the most.
So today I’m finally sharing the story of how I landed one of the most competitive and coolest internships in data science. I’ll address:
- The application process
- The resume-crafting step
- The recruiting process with the interviews
I will not only be sharing my story and the challenges I met along the way, but I will also provide you with tips to set you up on a similar path. From student to student. I’m no longer one, but just pretend I am while reading this story.
There’s also a video where you can make fun of me and my editing skills.
