Interpretation Problem

[M4A1]

Hi guys, I have a quick question.

I applied for an engineering internship, and I got an e-mail back from the HR lady.

She said this:

"Thank you for your interest in internship opportunities at ----. I wanted to learn a bit about your timing. ---- typically begins our recruitment for interns in the January timeframe; will that timing work for you?"

Does she mean when will I be available for an interview

-- or --

when I will be available to start the internship?

I'm asking because I don't want to answer the wrong question in the response. Let me know what you guys think.

(I took out the company name for privacy reasons)

 

[superdave1984]

I think it means interview.

 

[M4A1]

That's what I figured, too... because most companies start looking for summer interns Jan/Feb.

The thing is, this is in New Hampshire, and I live in NY. Should I mention anything about "being available for a phone interview" or should I just say "yes January is fine"...

If you're far from the location, most companies will do phone interviews. I hope that's the case with this one...

 

[SYL\X/3K]

interview , they need to know u first, what time ur available for work, etc.
sounds like u might get hired, good luck

 

[M4A1]

Should I include in the e-mail WHEN I will be available to work? Or just tell them that January is fine.

 

[SYL\X/3K]

say January because that might be the time they're gonna need u, any other time might not suit them and that decreases the chances of u getting hired

 

[M4A1]

Well, in the email, I said this:

"I am inquiring about possible internship opportunities for the upcoming summer (2007)."

-----

So I'm assuming she knows its for the summer.

In regards to the interview, I'm fine for whenever. So, I might just say Jan. is fine.

 

[Vormund]

Go all-out, it can't hurt...and more importantly, don't be shy of asking them questions (to clarify)--it shows your analytical skills! And might just help the recruiter in the future (Hmm!)...