I applied through college or university. I interviewed at University of Cambridge
Interview
The interview started with a self-introduction. Then the interviewer asked about my past research experience and what I would like to do for the UROP research & any initial idea about how the research topic. She also asked about how long I would like to work during the summer.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Did you have any past research experience & What is it?
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at University of Cambridge
Interview
Straightforward interview with a panel of multiple lab members -- the interview date was announced ~ a week after the job posting closed, with 4 days' notice. I had to give a presentation on a research project I had done.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q: What attracted you to the role? Why choose this specific lab? Where do you see yourself in five years?
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at University of Cambridge in Aug 2022
Interview
4 weeks,
Pretty straightforward, 10 min presentation on a past project. Some technical questions were asked. And general questions about your future and etc. It was a good experience overall.