Interviewing for a summer internship in industry

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When discussing internship offers, it's advisable to be honest about having received other offers while maintaining confidentiality by not disclosing specific company names. This approach demonstrates integrity and an understanding of commercial confidentiality, which interviewers appreciate. Mentioning other offers can also enhance your desirability as a candidate. For the second question regarding the BAE offer from a different location, the same principle applies: acknowledge the offer without revealing specific details. This strategy helps maintain professionalism and can positively influence your standing with potential employers.
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I have an offer from BAE for a summer internship for 2008. I am still looking at other companies, like Lockheed Martin. If they ask me if I have received other offers, what should I say? Should I say yes?

Also, I've gotten one position at BAE and another recruiter called me for a position located elsewhere in the US. Should I say I have the BAE offer from another location?

Thanks.
 
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"Yes, but I can't mention their names"
1, you are being honest.
2, shows your understanding of commercial confidentiality
3, interviewers like you to have other offers - it means someone else wants you and therefore they are correct in wanting you.
 
mgb_phys said:
"Yes, but I can't mention their names"
1, you are being honest.
2, shows your understanding of commercial confidentiality
3, interviewers like you to have other offers - it means someone else wants you and therefore they are correct in wanting you.

I agree 100%.
 
Ok cool, thanks mgb_phys and berkeman.

How about the second question? How should I respond to that? Same?
 

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