Ep. 20 Get Hired, Not Overlooked: Internship Tips for Gen Z from Medtronic’s Talent Director

Guest: Elizabeth Diley, Director of Emerging Talent and Careers at Medtronic Elizabeth Diley is back for part two of our conversation! As Director of Emerging Talent and Careers at Medtronic—the world’s largest medical device company—Elizabeth is on the frontlines of what it takes to land an entry-level job or internship at a top organization. Curious about what makes a candidate stand out among thousands of internship applications? Wondering how Medtronic structures experiences for early-career talent, and whether internships are really the golden ticket to a full-time role? Elizabeth pulls back the curtain and shares what hiring managers actually notice—plus a major mistake Gen Z applicants still make. Listen for actionable advice on: How to move beyond “just applying” and get noticedThe new ways employers spot leadership and initiative (hint: it’s not just clubs)Why the first week of your internship could make or break your future Ready for insider tips that could change your whole job search? Hit play!   Medtronic: https://www.medtronic.com/ Elizabeth Diley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-diley-b1361027/ Hired, Not Fired is brought to you by TheRealMe.io The soft skills-first hiring solution that takes early career applicants from candidate to rockstar employee