Applicant attaches a resume to a pizza box and submits it
UNIQUE APPLICATION – An applicant named David sent his resume for an internship attached to a pizza box to Antimetal, a U.S.-based cloud cost optimization platform.
The CEO of Antimetal, Matthew Parkhurst, shared details of this creative application on X (formerly Twitter) on May 2, 2024. David not only sent a pizza but also included a handwritten note, humorously labeling the pizza as a “bribe” to encourage the hiring team to visit his personal website and explore his skills.
David explained in his note that he was inspired by Antimetal’s past venture into “slices as a service” and expressed his enthusiasm for the engineering intern position, demonstrating his willingness to do what it takes to secure the opportunity. Alongside his resume, David also proactively contributed to Antimetal by fixing two links in their documentation, an act that did not go unnoticed by Parkhurst. In his tweet, Parkhurst noted this initiative and confirmed that David was definitely getting an interview.
The tweet showcasing the pizza box application went viral, amassing 572,000 views and receiving 3,900 reactions. Many social media users commented on the post, intrigued by the novelty of the application and impressed by David’s creativity. Some speculated that such an inventive approach might not only secure an interview but could also potentially lead to an automatic job offer.
Additionally, users admired David’s handwritten note, commenting on the quality of his handwriting and interpreting it as a sign of his organized and thoughtful personality. This act of sending a pizza was seen as demonstrating initiative and a good attitude, qualities desirable in an intern. Some users noted that while everything else can be taught, showing initiative and the ability to add value from the outset is particularly valuable. While the post sparked humor and speculation—with one user jokingly inquiring about the type of pizza toppings—Parkhurst hinted at a cautious approach, stating, “There’s more to filter on than just effort.”