I applied online. I interviewed at U.S. Department of State
Interview
The process varied a great deal depending on the individual conducting interviews. One interviewer I had asked very formal questions about work style-- for example, about projects I had independently led, my communications style, and how I managed deadlines and competing priorities. Others were much more casual and didn't have many questions for me. This might be a function of how competitive openings are for the department or office in question.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was an independent project I led of my own initiative?
I applied online. I interviewed at U.S. Department of State (Washington, DC)
Interview
There were 2 rounds of interviews. They included standard questions as well as specifics to the area within the US Department of State that I applied to. Once, I got an offer, I only had 3 days to respond yes or no to the offer.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at U.S. Department of State
Interview
I interviewed for multiple offices. The first interviewer called me late and asked irrelevant/social questions. My second experience was a positive experience, asking about my academic research and international experience. The interviewer was very well-informed and interested in hearing about my experience.
I applied online. I interviewed at U.S. Department of State (Washington, DC)
Interview
It was a on one interview with country desk officer who was also supervisor for internship. In general interviews are over the phone as all of the offices/bureaus are trying to secure their top choice before other offices can get you.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How to you follow foreign affairs current events in general/in specific region? What about your education/experience makes you a unique candidate?
