[rzrshrp]

Hi there,

I am interested in working as a bank teller/CSR at a bank this summer. I am 20 and in my third year of uni. I am unsure about how to go about it. Do I have to submit applications online or should I contact the branch managers directly? Do you think it is much harder to get a job at a bank when you do not have a connection with someone that is in the bank already?

Thanks

[jshen]

Yes it's harder if you don't have any connections. Apply online and also visit several branches in your area with resume in hand. Midweek (tues-thurs) gives you the best chance as its not as busy. Good luck!

[Kilinim]

Don't

[jeedee]

3 of my friends currently work as a teller at TD.

how did they get the position?

All had referrals from someone who previously/currently works there. Without a referral your chances are very slim.... good luck

[rzrshrp]

Yes it's harder if you don't have any connections. Apply online and also visit several branches in your area with resume in hand. Midweek (tues-thurs) gives you the best chance as its not as busy. Good luck!

Thanks. I have tried searching for positions online but there haven't been any!

3 of my friends currently work as a teller at TD.

how did they get the position?

All had referrals from someone who previously/currently works there. Without a referral your chances are very slim.... good luck

Thanks. I don't know anyone that works at the bank (that isn't my financial advisor or teller already), so I'll just hope for the best haha

[punkwax]

Banks get hundreds of apps a month.. really best to know someone (obviously) but if that is what you want to do, apply and explain why. I assume there is a reason you're drawn to it. If so, your reason should be attractive to an employer.

Good luck OP.

[Teriyaki]

^ +1.
Top tip:If your reason to work there is "I want to earn money for a few months in the summer and it seems comfortable". Don't even bother. *Cringe*

[rzrshrp]

Banks get hundreds of apps a month.. really best to know someone (obviously) but if that is what you want to do, apply and explain why. I assume there is a reason you're drawn to it. If so, your reason should be attractive to an employer.

Good luck OP.

Thanks! :). I don't know what else I can do over the summer to have an income while learning some skills and networking! There definitely is a reason I am drawn to it, if hired I will probably work there during the year as well.

^ +1.
Top tip:If your reason to work there is "I want to earn money for a few months in the summer and it seems comfortable". Don't even bother. *Cringe*

It's not. But at the same time I don't see it being a long term career either. Just a job to help me sharpen my interpersonal/customer service skills and learn about financial stuff while earning some income at the same time.


Do you guys think I should take cover letters with me when I drop off my resume?

[SoNaRWaVe]

Do you guys think I should take cover letters with me when I drop off my resume?

yes.

[tiger_handheld]

Thanks! :). I don't know what else I can do over the summer to have an income while learning some skills and networking! There definitely is a reason I am drawn to it, if hired I will probably work there during the year as well.



It's not. But at the same time I don't see it being a long term career either. Just a job to help me sharpen my interpersonal/customer service skills and learn about financial stuff while earning some income at the same time.


Do you guys think I should take cover letters with me when I drop off my resume?


get a job as a server at a restaurant like Keg or whatever. THE BEST way to handle shitty customers, read people and talk to strangers (read: women).

read "the wealthy barber" your basic financials principles in an easy to read book.

[jcmaz]

If you are bringing cover letters, they should be specific for the particular branch, not some generic cover letter for all banks.

[ilovebacon]

its best to go in directly, it shows you that you are not fooling around and shows that you are serious with your intention.

[rzrshrp]

get a job as a server at a restaurant like Keg or whatever. THE BEST way to handle shitty customers, read people and talk to strangers (read: women).

read "the wealthy barber" your basic financials principles in an easy to read book.

Whoa. Thanks for the advice! I will definitely read that book. Do you have any other recommendations for easy to read books? I want to get my finances in order and invest too, etc.

Was hoping no one would say server/cashier/etc. Was hoping I could get a better job this summer but thanks for the suggestion! :)

If you are bringing cover letters, they should be specific for the particular branch, not some generic cover letter for all banks.

For sure! Got that cover. Thanks!

its best to go in directly, it shows you that you are not fooling around and shows that you are serious with your intention.

Yes, I thought so too. But I would have to coordinate as the branch managers aren't always in, and I'd imagine that the other employees usually wouldn't end up forwarding my resume.

[rzrshrp]

Also, who do I address the cover letter to? I don't know the name of the individual branch managers at the banks

[LeonC]

If you don't have connection you might want have a Csc or Ifc certificate to compete with other applicant !

[PUPPY]

If you don't have connection you might want have a Csc or Ifc certificate to compete with other applicant !

not for a teller position

[Adorkami]

you'd make more as a waiter than you would as a teller