There is this internship position available in calgary and i live in toronto. I'm in my third year of university.They want a resume, cover letter and transcript, and because of my heart surgery I wasnt able to work as hard as I could, so I have a bunch of B+ s on my record. Should I mention that this was the case? on one hand i'm explaining my not so high marks but on the other hand I'm worried they'll think I'm not healthy and I might get sick in case they hire me.
2007-10-07 03:46:51 · 6 answers · asked by heylomaylo 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I don't think you should mention it. It could look like a ploy for sympathy, or it could scare them. You could say something like, "This year I have bounced back strongly from previous health concerns which led to suboptimal academic performance last year." That way they don't know what the health problems are (and they won't ask, because that could get into illegal questioning), they will imagine something less scary than heart problems, and it will give a sense of overcoming challenges, rather than making excuses for yourself.
2007-10-07 03:56:19 · answer #1 · answered by neniaf 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you should not mention the health issue.
you WILL be discriminated against . they will not ever tell you this , but , they will find other reasons.
never answer more questions or give more information than you are asked.
a b plus is not a bad grade . you have demonstrated a good knowlege of the subject matter. it's not excellent / not average.
you may be able to leave off your grade point average and wait to be asked that information. you can then give it in numerics 3.75 or 3.89 whatever it is.
there are no really valid excuses for not having made an A anyway. people work 6 jobs and make A's.
the grades are a marker of your potential / and your ability to be an achiever. Cream rises to the top / is quite true.
it's best to focus on your positive strenghts. and b is commendable. especially when it was during a time you overcame huge personal obstacles.
2007-10-07 11:02:59 · answer #2 · answered by Mildred S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. If and when you are offered the internship, you should mention this fact. It is actually none of their business as it has nothing to do with your qualifications for the job. Any one can get sick or have major surgery. Send your resume, cover letter and transcripts and nothing more. Your chances are as good as everyone else. Good luck.
2007-10-07 10:57:45 · answer #3 · answered by dalbax2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only if you're applying for a position as a heart surgeon. Otherwise, it's not that relevant to the job, is it?
Did you mention that you know how to juggle bowling balls?
Seriously, though, if you feel like you need to offer an excuse for your grades (B+ isn't so bad, by the way), you can mention that there was a medical problem, but I would probably avoid bringing it up.
2007-10-07 10:51:22 · answer #4 · answered by skip742 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, I wouldn't mention it in a cover letter. They have to read so many cover letters. They may not care to hear the excuse.
Only if they should ask why your scores are low then it should be fine to explain why, but I wouldn't bring it up if they don't ask.
2007-10-07 10:57:17 · answer #5 · answered by Kristen 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. It will sound like you are making excuses and if they know of your health problems they may reconsider hiring you.
2007-10-07 10:50:58 · answer #6 · answered by Runa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋