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How to Actually Get Hired
Who reads applications, which channel gets a reply, and what they screen for.
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
Tern Travel uses an ATS (Ashby), but referrals still come first. Cold applications aren't ignored — they're just behind referrals, sourced candidates, and recruiter picks.
Who to contact at Tern Travel
We haven't verified a contact route at Tern Travel yet. At people in , the decision-maker is almost always the hiring manager, but that's a model, not something we've confirmed. We're working on it, and members get verified contacts first.
What Tern Travel screens for
At in , hiring bars concentrate on relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously — shipped work over credentials, and evidence you can operate without process.
Don't send a generic CV to Tern Travel. Mirror the job posting's language to get past automated screening.
Mistakes that kill applications
At people, a copy-paste CV is immediately obvious. It's an instant no.
Lead with their problem, not your ambition. Tern Travel is focused on is growing fast after their null round — show you understand that.
Don't apply and wait. The median application gets no response ever. One follow-up at day five roughly doubles reply rates.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Tern Travel?
Through the roles on our Tern Travel jobs page, or directly to the hiring manager if you can reach them. At null people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Tern Travel respond to cold emails?
We're still collecting cold email data for Tern Travel.
Who is the hiring manager at Tern Travel?
At this size, hiring is usually run by the hiring manager.
What ATS does Tern Travel use?
Tern Travel uses Ashby.
How competitive is it to get hired at Tern Travel?
-person companies see ~100-250 applicants per role in two weeks. The 72-hour window is your advantage.
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