What is the best approach to connecting with recruiters for 15 mins of gathering insight on application materials? I know many of you have a firm no feedback policy, but it feels redundant as a candidate to continue to submit my resume and application answers that don’t get traction.
As a determined candidate with 15 years of standout experiences working in and around innovation and emerging tech policy, and trying to move more firmly into AI safety and governance, I struggle with the lack of constructive engagement that continues to get me the same results.
For example, after participating in HIP’s IAP program and sitting through a presentation with an OP recruiter encouraging applications for funding, I did an extensive amount of due diligence and submitted an idea for the AI governance EOI, which was promptly rejected less than 12 hours later.
I would love any guidance on successful methods for collecting input and would be so grateful for some human-led direction on my AI governance vision.
Thanks for asking, Elana! I think your question likely has two parts: application feedback, and feedback on RFP’s; I’ll answer the former first:I completely understand that it can feel frustrating and repetitive to submit similar materials without receiving feedback. However, I think it’s still worthwhile to apply to different roles and processes, especially if each of these has distinct requirements and application questions, and your answers may evolve meaningfully across them.
To your latter point: In practice, our hiring process is quite separate from Open Phil’s grantmaking and RFP processes, so we wouldn’t typically be involved in the review of EOIs or project ideas like the one you submitted.
That said, I appreciate your interest in finding ways to engage more constructively. If you’re looking to get feedback on your resume or EOI materials, a few potential options might include:
Connecting with others from programs like GovAI, TASP, IAPS etc. who are further along in the AI governance space. My assumption is they’d be happy to share what’s worked for them.
Participating in smaller group career events or office hours that sometimes happen around EA conferences or city groups: these tend to offer more opportunity for back-and-forth than more formal channels.
I know that doesn’t solve the broader challenge of getting direct feedback, but I hope it gives you a few leads that feel a bit more human and responsive.
What is the best approach to connecting with recruiters for 15 mins of gathering insight on application materials? I know many of you have a firm no feedback policy, but it feels redundant as a candidate to continue to submit my resume and application answers that don’t get traction.
As a determined candidate with 15 years of standout experiences working in and around innovation and emerging tech policy, and trying to move more firmly into AI safety and governance, I struggle with the lack of constructive engagement that continues to get me the same results.
For example, after participating in HIP’s IAP program and sitting through a presentation with an OP recruiter encouraging applications for funding, I did an extensive amount of due diligence and submitted an idea for the AI governance EOI, which was promptly rejected less than 12 hours later.
I would love any guidance on successful methods for collecting input and would be so grateful for some human-led direction on my AI governance vision.
Thanks,
Elana
https://www.linkedin.com/in/elanabanin/
Thanks for asking, Elana! I think your question likely has two parts: application feedback, and feedback on RFP’s; I’ll answer the former first: I completely understand that it can feel frustrating and repetitive to submit similar materials without receiving feedback. However, I think it’s still worthwhile to apply to different roles and processes, especially if each of these has distinct requirements and application questions, and your answers may evolve meaningfully across them.
To your latter point: In practice, our hiring process is quite separate from Open Phil’s grantmaking and RFP processes, so we wouldn’t typically be involved in the review of EOIs or project ideas like the one you submitted.
That said, I appreciate your interest in finding ways to engage more constructively. If you’re looking to get feedback on your resume or EOI materials, a few potential options might include:
Connecting with others from programs like GovAI, TASP, IAPS etc. who are further along in the AI governance space. My assumption is they’d be happy to share what’s worked for them.
Exploring advising options from orgs like 80,000 Hours or Probably Good. You might want to check their AMA as well!
Participating in smaller group career events or office hours that sometimes happen around EA conferences or city groups: these tend to offer more opportunity for back-and-forth than more formal channels.
I know that doesn’t solve the broader challenge of getting direct feedback, but I hope it gives you a few leads that feel a bit more human and responsive.