I applied online. I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (Seattle, WA) in Jul 2017
Interview
Formal one hour interview was requested after submitting an application with a resume and a cover letter responding to a position. The interviewers came prepared with very specific questions that were organized to highlight personal interests, work history and future goals. They described the position and the management style and work culture. They were very positive and welcoming.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell us about your experience working with refugee and immigrants?
I applied online. I interviewed at International Rescue Committee in Jan 2017
Interview
I was notified 2 weeks after applying, that they are interested in an interview with me. I responded that I was interested, and with a week or so I was scheduled for a telephone interview. After I passed that, I was scheduled in for an in person interview. What I thought the position was, and the qualifications they were looking for was in a way different then the type of questions they asked. They were pressing me to see if I had done other types of immigration work (work on lets say green card applications, immigrations benefits processing, etc) when I specifically stated on my application that I worked on N-400 applications. Yet, I thought I was able to answer the questions thoughtfully. What disturbed me was the professionalism. It was a lacked back office. The interviewers did not dress professionally in jeans? Furthermore, in the middle of the interview, I was interrupted! After completing my interview, I didn't hear back after a month. I called and still no response. While I understand that Trump's immigration ban did play a part in the delay in response.. I was patiently waited and then called the main interviewer and she told me that she had no "idea" and this became frustrating for me. Finally after three months, I found out via an email that I was not selected to be a candidate for advancement in the interview process for the position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How do you handle balancing multiple priorities at once?
I applied through other source. I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (Baltimore, MD) in Nov 2016
Interview
Interview was simple in nature, but comprehensive in content. Interviewer took the time to discuss concerns and to offer critical information relevant to various levels of the institution.
Interviewer was to-the-point and prepared the candidate for their experience there, in terms of social interactions, what would be expected in terms of job responsibilities and productivity. Interviewer was also genuine, made sure to advise and to remind candidates of his / her availability of support / open communication, in case of conflict, or concern and generally reassured candidate(s) of their being welcome and valued at the IRC, especially those candidates offering voluntary / intern support.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
- What skills / qualities are you aiming to develop , or improve, at IRC?
- Describe a situation where you were expected to deliver on a task, in spite of conflict and how did you manage the situation?
- How important to you, is diversity? Are you comfortable working in a diverse environment, with different personalities, attitudes, cultural and social backgrounds?