FEDEX interview without internal recs.
 

Is it possible for someone to get an interview with FEDEX without internal recs? In the past I have been told it's impossible, and I was wondering, if still that is the case.

Thanks

Yes, that is still the case. No internal = no interview.

I personally know of three guys that interviewed without an internal rec. But they had MD-11 time.

Actually, not the case anymore. OR specifically addressed this at the hub meetings.

If you have what Fedex is looking for you will rise to the top of the pile. Right now that is MD-11 time, and I guess 757 time as well.

People without internal recs have already been hired.

Straight from the System Chief Pilot NOT TRUE...

You can get an interview without the rec.. HOWEVER, it is MUCH MUCH MUCH more difficult. And your chances are very slim without it.

But there have been people hired in this most recent wave without an endorsement or rec from active pilots.

+1...most definitely not required!!!!

Don't send in your $75 ,90,150 or whatever were soaking applicants for if you don't have MD11, Boeing 7xx series FMS stufff, or something very serious to set yourself apart. Just meeting the mins isn't going to get you an interview ever if you don't have a rec.

Go get a part time job at your local ramp as a cargo handler.... Takes a while but will do the trick.

Thanks everyone for the info. It seems, this requirement is not as strict as it used to be. I am glad they are willing to give everyone an equal chance to be part of their team.

Not sure I'd employ the term 'equal' but perhaps fairer than it was before. Also, don't mistake the lack of a requirement for a good chance at a call without a recommendation.

And they dated family members of higher-ups in mem...

Like the other guy said, not sure Id use the word equal. I also know of a guy that was called for an interview with zero internal recs (and didn't date any local chicks either). BUT, he was a typed MD-11 FO.

I kinda agree with some other posts that MD-11 and 757 types/times are likely 'required' to get an interview call w/o any internal recs.

Ha, good one!
Not the guys I know, but I'm sure that would be a good way to get an interview. :D

Did you mean, "And, they dated higher-ups family's members in MEM"?

Well, per Orlando in the hiring meeting my understanding was that there is no requirement for a referral needed but it sure as heck is preferred. Your chances are very slim...but you do have a chance. I was listening but I could have heard it wrong....