FAQs | INROADS

Program Application

Who should I contact for questions about the INROADS program?

Who is eligible for an INROADS Internship?

What services does INROADS provide Applicants/Candidates?

Qualified Candidates benefit from participating in the required INROADS Candidate Prep Session workshop, which is designed to enhance corporate interview readiness and provide students with an understanding of INROADS’ and our corporate partners’ expectations. Candidates receive an overview of the INROADS process followed by a discussion on Resume Development, Impression Management, and Interview Management. Candidates who are matched to a potential partner for consideration for an internship also benefit by receiving feedback on a mock interview and a review of their resume. Candidates are not considered interns until an offer has been extended from one of our partners and accepted by the candidate. The mentoring, coaching, and Leadership Development Academy is only for interns and not provide for candidates.

When is the online application due?

Which office should I apply to if I attend college out of state?

If you are attending a school that is located in a city (or state) that is different than your home address, it is recommended that you apply using the address you will be residing in during the summers you will be interning. Your application is routed based on the zipcode of the permanent address used in your application. INROADS doesn't subsidize housing and rarely do our corporate partners, so the cost of living will usually be the responsibility of the intern.

What is the GPA requirement for INROADS?

What happens if my GPA falls below a 3.0 after I apply?

If my current college GPA is below a 3.0, can I combine my transfer GPA to increase it?

How do I find out the status of my application?

Are internships guaranteed?

Are internships paid?

Are internships only during the summer?

Are internships only for undergraduates?

Do I need to apply if I was previously a College Links applicant or participant?

Does INROADS accept international students?

INROADS selection process is not based on citizenship status. Students who meet our academic prerequisites are eligible to apply. Hiring requirements are determined by our corporate partners and are subject to their hiring practices and requirements which include but are not limited to citizenship and/or ability to work without authorization. Internships in Canada and Mexico through INROADS are restricted to residents of those countries. Please contact the INROADS offices in Canada and Mexico to inquire about other requirements. Each office has unique requirements.

What does it cost to participate in INROADS?

When will I be assigned a staff representative?

Where should I send my transcripts or resume?

Application Updates

How do I update information on my internship application?

Once your application is complete and submitted, you can only update your information by logging onto your candidate profile or by submitting your updates via email to recruitment@INROADS.org. Access your profile by clicking the following link, CANDIDATE/INTERN PROFILE

What information can I update from my application homepage?

How do I update relocation options on my application?

How often should I submit my transcript?

How do I upload documents directly into my application?

What should I do if I cannot log into my personalized homepage?

What should I do if I am no longer available for this summer but I want to be considered for next summer?

How do I remove my application from INROADS?

Candidate Process

What steps do I complete to be considered for an internship?

What is the INROADS Candidate Prep Session (CPS) Workshop?

The INROADS CPS is a mandatory training workshop for all qualified candidates designed to enhance your corporate interview readiness and provide you with an understanding of INROADS and our corporate partners’ expectations. Candidates receive a complete overview of the INROADS process followed by a discussion on Resume Development, Impression Management, and Interview Management. Session are conducted FACE-TO-FACE or by Webinars. CPS WORKSHOPS CAN TAKE 2 HOURS DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF ATTENDEES.

How do I register for a CPS Workshop?

Log into your profile and follow the Candidate Prep Session link and select a session that works with your schedule. View the available In-Person and Webinar Candidate Prep Session Workshop options. IF A FACE-TO-FACE IS AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA, INROADS STRONGLY ENCOURAGES YOU TO ATTEND AS A FIRST OPTION, otherwise, a webinar is acceptable. CPS Webinars require at least two hours to complete and they are facilitated live by an instructor(s). ONLY register for a webinar CPS if the face-to-face option is not compatible with your location or schedule.

Do I have to attend/participate in the INROADS CPS Workshop?

Will INROADS pay for travel to a CPS?

What is the Mock Interview?

When do I complete the Mock Interview if I participate in the CPS Webinar?

You should complete a mock interview close to your Candidate Prep Session completion while the information is fresh, but not before adequately preparing. INROADS strongly recommends that candidates complete a mock interview before interviewing with one of our corporate partners. Your mock interview may not be reviewed until there is a match for your major and/or career interest that fits with a corporate partner's criteria. Waiting for mock feedback will not affect your chances for being matched to potential internships.

What happens if I do well on my first Mock Interview?

What happens if I do not do well on my first Mock Interview?

Do I have to re-do my resume if mine mirrors the INROADS format?

What happens with my resume?

Your resume will be reviewed by an INROADS Staff Person to ensure it is in line with the INROADS Resume standards. If there are any major edits needed, you will be advised to make those edits and resubmit. Anytime you edit or update your resume, you should upload it directly through your personalized application homepage. INROADS MANAGERS HAVE FINAL APPROVAL OF YOUR RESUME FORMAT AND CONTENT BEFORE THEY CONSIDER SOURCING IT TO AN INROADS CORPORATE PARTNER. If you need a copy of the INROADS Standard Resume Templates, download the resume video link posted on our website or download by clicking here: INROADS Resume Templates

When do I start talking about internship opportunities?

What does Match Eligible mean?

Match Eligible means you submitted all required documents, completed the CPS Workshop, participated in a successful Mock “practice” Interview and your Resume has been approved by an INROADS Manager. When a candidate is moved to Match Eligible, he/she is considered ready-to-interview with an INROADS Corporate Partner if an internship opportunity is available that meets the candidate’s career interest and/or the candidate meets the needs of the Corporate Partner.

How soon after I become Match Eligible will I hear about internship opportunities?

INROADS matches and sources candidate resumes between the months of August through May each year. Internship opportunities are not guaranteed for any candidate regardless if they have completed our prerequisites to be considered. This is a competitive process and not all candidates will receive an opportunity to interview. Candidates hear about internship opportunities based on the timeline the INROADS Manager(s) is working on with the Corporate Partner. It can occur instantly after you become Match Eligible or take several months. If you do not hear anything by the end of May, then you were not selected for a corporate interview. Your application will automatically go back under review by the Talent Management Department to determine if you can be considered for the following summer.

Do all Match Eligible candidates receive internships?

How will I know if I am selected for a corporate interview?

Do I have to tell INROADS which companies I want to work for?

No, it is not required because INROADS has an internship identifying process that matches candidates based on several parameters including but not limited to Major, Career Interest, GPA, Skill Set, Location, etc. However, if there is a Corporate Partner that you want to be considered for you can share that with INROADS managers when you are going through the preparation process. INROADS partners with over 230+ Corporate and Government Organizations across the country; but it is not guaranteed that we are partnered with the organization you might be interested in and/or they might not have a location in your area of preference.

Do I have to find internships on my own?

Can I look for internships outside of INROADS?

How many companies will I be matched to?

Do I have to interview with the company(s) INROADS matches me to?

If I decline an internship offer, am I ineligible for INROADS?

Does INROADS pay for relocation and transportation?

No, INROADS does not pay for relocation or transportation. However, there are some INROADS Corporate Partners who will offer a relocation stipend to assist with relocation if that is an option provided by the company. Most INROADS Corporate Partners DO NOT provide relocation assistance. INROADS encourages candidates to first consider internships offered to them in their home region for ease of housing and transportation.

Can my INROADS Internship be considered for academic credit?

Please follow up with your college/university regarding its criteria for accepting academic credits from internships and the documentation required from the corporate partner. In many cases, the INROADS Corporate Partner would not have any issue complying; however, you will need to confirm their requirements with them. Please keep in mind, INROADS does not provide internship academic credit directly.

When am I considered an INROADS Intern?