Frequently Asked Questions about the Classified Application Process
Do I really have to do the application?
YES, you really must do the application. Your resume is not sufficient to consider you an applicant.
I have completed an application recently, can HR pull that file for me?
NO, HR cannot retrieve your application materials from another recruitment. Hopefully you kept a copy of your submitted materials for your own records. You must submit an application for each posiition you are interested in.
Is an email submission ok?
YES, email submissions are the fastest and easiest way to submit your materials. HR encourages applicants to use this mode for several reasons. 1) It's easier for HR to inform you that we received your materials 2) It's an official record of your submission 3) In the event your application is misplaced/ damaged/ otherwise unreadable, HR can print another one rapidly.
What about the original signature on my application?
You can mail your original signatures into HR later or you can sign the application file if/when you come for an interview.
Will you confirm receipt of my application materials?
HR attempts to notify all candidates regarding the submission of materials, however HR will not guarantee that confirmations will be sent due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you would like confirmation of receipt, you are mostly likely to receive this if you email your submission.
Will you notify me if I'm missing something from my application materials?
It is your responsibility to guarantee that your materials are complete. Please read the job announcement and make sure you have all the elements. You will want to be sure that each element has your name on it and is easily identifiable as that requested element. HR will attempt to notify candidates who are missing elements, but cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so due to the large volume of applications we receive. If your applicaiton is incomplete, in any way, you may be excluded from consideration.
What happens if I submit more materials than what is on the announcement?
Additional information provided which was not requested in the announcement will not be forwarded to the selection committee. Please do not send anything above what is requested in the announcement as it makes the workload on HR more intense. Additionally, do not submit any materials which you do not have a copy of or that you wish to have returned to you.
Does MPC Sponsor H1B Visas?
NO. You are responsible for keeping yourself eligible to work in the United States. MPC will verify your employment and provide details to any agency you need, but we will not advocate for your eligibility.
When and how will I know if I was choosen for an interview?
You will likely be notified within 1 month of the application deadline date either by phone or letter. If you are choosen for an interview, you will recieve a call from HR to schedule an interview. If you are not chosen, you will recieve a letter in the mail from HR. MPC makes every effort to promptly notify all applicants of their status as soon as a decision is made.
How much notice will I recieve before an interview?
MPC gives at least 72 hours notice to applicants who are requested to appear for an interview. We will work with you as best we can to find the most ideal time for your schedule within our interview schedules.
Will MPC assist with travel expenses?
NO. If the budget allows, MPC will have travel expenses reimburesement, but do not rely on this money as it may not be available for every year or every position.