3 former Tinder interns share how they secured full-time jobs at the company
Three former Tinder interns share strategies for securing full-time roles, emphasizing the importance of leveraging Gen Z perspectives and demonstrating deep product knowledge. The company's 'Tindership' program is highly competitive, receiving thousands of applications for very few spots.
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This provides insight into the competitive landscape of tech internships and the evolving expectations for entry-level talent in the digital product industry.
Tinder backend software engineer Eric Brandon Kam (left), brand marketing manager Ryan Stewart (center) and product marketing manager Taylor Wong (right). Tinder Three former interns at Tinder share how they secured full-time jobs at the company. They said leaning into their perspectives and experiences as Gen Z helped them stand out. Two also said that being Tinder users helped them show they knew the product well. With the end of summer getting closer, you might be wondering how to lock in a return offer at your internship. These days, it's tough to even secure an internship at a big company — and Tinder is no exception. Tinder's Tindership program drew 30,000 applications per cycle for just 27 spots, a spokesperson for the company said. What does it take to turn a such an internship into a full-time job?
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