Episode 10: Interview with Leslie Ballard, North Oaks Medical Center Dietetic Internship Director

IN THIS EPISODE

This is the first in a series of DI director interviews. Leslie Ballard is the director of the North Oaks Medical Center Dietetic Internship, located in Hammond, Louisiana. I contacted her for an interview after one of the students I worked with in Spring 2020 Matched to North Oaks, which was her #1 choice!

In this episode, we’re talking about what makes North Oaks unique from other internships, and how you can create a strong application – whether you apply to North Oaks or another program.

1. How reaching out to directors can help you stand out in a good way

2. What to highlight on your application – without feeling like you’re “bragging”

3. A reminder of all the people in your corner, rooting for your success

YOUR ACTION STEP

Leslie’s advice to students is to relax, and always put your best foot forward. You have people around you to help every step of the way, and you’re more prepared than you think you are for this phase of your education, and a good attitude can also smooth your transition into your dietetics career.

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Episode 10 Show Notes: applicationinsider.co/podcast-source/10

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North Oaks Medical Center Dietetic Internship + contact Leslie: https://www.northoaks.org/your-health-system/join-our-team/dietetic-internships/

This episode is also a YouTube video: https://youtu.be/y-vHPaLMQkM

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