Get Dietetic Internship Application Checklist

Completing the Dietetic Internship Application Checklist online is an essential step in your journey towards securing a dietetic internship. This comprehensive guide will walk you through each component of the checklist, ensuring that you have all the necessary information ready for a successful application.

Follow the steps to effectively complete your online application checklist.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Dietetic Internship Application Checklist and open it for editing.
2. Register for DICAS at www.portal.dicas.org and D&D Digital Matching at www.dnddigital.com to begin the application process.
3. Research potential internship programs. Reach out to dietetic internship directors via email, phone, or in-person meetings to gather insights. Visit the programs or attend open houses to narrow down your options to your top 4-6 choices at least 3 weeks before the application deadline.
4. Update or develop your resume. Ensure it reflects your most relevant experiences and skills, then upload the finalized version into DICAS.
5. Craft personalized statements for each program you intend to apply to. Make sure to tailor each statement accordingly, then upload the final versions into DICAS.
6. Request reference letters from your professors and employers well before the application deadline. Provide them with background information about yourself and the programs to aid their recommendations.
7. Print the transcript request form from DICAS for each program you are applying to. Order official transcripts from all relevant colleges and universities, ensuring they are sent directly to DICAS.
8. Enter all DPD courses you have completed into DICAS. Calculate the GPA for all DPD courses as well as the GPA specifically for science-based DPD courses.
9. If required by potential programs, complete the GRE test and ensure that your scores are sent to DICAS.
10. Upload necessary supplemental information into DICAS, such as the DPD Verification Form or Statement of Intent, as well as any other materials requested by the programs.
11. Before submitting, meticulously review your application for any grammatical errors or incomplete sections. Have someone else proofread for you to ensure clarity and professionalism.
12. E-submit your programs through the DICAS platform once you are confident in your application.
13. Rank your selected programs in order of preference in the D&D Digital Matching system.
14. After the submission deadline, prepare for potential interviews, and adjust your program rankings in D&D Digital if necessary. Remember to express gratitude by sending thank you notes to your references and interviewers while you await match day.
15. Finally, take some time to relax and wait for match day to arrive!

Complete your Dietetic Internship Application Checklist online to move forward in your professional journey.