I applied in-person. I interviewed at Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, VA) in Feb 2014
Interview
Informal interview with my professor seeking position as a graduate research assistant and to pursue graduate school. It helps if you can demonstrate to the professor you have a great ability to learn about their research field. Additionally, the ability to show you are passionate about the topics at hand.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Asked about what I thought about a particular research topic.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, VA) in Mar 2021
Interview
The interview is quite simple via Zoom. Another senior phd student also joins the interview. Professor is very friendly and make a self-introduction on him and his research team first.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Professor asks what is your research background and interest and why do you want to join his group. There is no specific technical challenging questions.
I applied online. The process took 4 months. I interviewed at Virginia Tech
Interview
Skype interviews and questions about research interest. After reviewing academic credential faculty shortlisted students. Then take an interview one by one and select whos interest matches his one.
Skype interviews and questions about research interest. After reviewing academic credential faculty shortlisted students. Then take an interview one by one and select whos interest matches his one.
we discussed my background and my previous research experience. We also have discussed my future plan. What kind of research I interested in and what kind of job I wanted to pursue in the future.