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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
The Eli Lilly and Company Internship programs seek 3rd or 4th-year college students working towards a bachelor's degree in several different areas of the pharmaceutical industry. The interviewer wants to hear what degree you are pursuing and if your plans include higher education.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Focus on describing your specific area of study, where you are receiving your education, and when you will graduate. If you plan on working towards your master's or doctorate after graduation, highlight that in your response.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I am currently a senior at Hodges University, working towards a bachelor's degree in modern marketing. I have maintained a 3.9-grade point average throughout college and plan to go into a master's of marketing program at the University of Cincinnati after graduating. My goal is to work as an intern with your company and become a Marketing Manager after receiving my master's degree."

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