How do I prepare for NIH IRTA interview?
How do I prepare for NIH IRTA interview?
Sample questions to prepare for the NIH IRTA Interview
- Tell me about yourself.
- Why are you interested in our lab/research group?
- What are your long-term goals?
- What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses?
- Tell me about your prior research experiences.
- Tell me a time when things did not go as you expected.
How competitive is the NIH IRTA?
Like many of the research training programs at the NIH, the Postbac IRTA Program is highly competitive. Over the past calendar year, about 24% of applicants were selected for the program.
How much does NIH Postbac pay?
Effective May 1, 2021
| Degree / Years of Experience | Initial Stipend | Second Year* |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s w/ 0 – 1 year | $32,950 | $35,350 |
| Bachelor’s w/ 1 – 2 years | $35,350 | $36,950 |
| Bachelor’s w/ 2+ years | $36,950 | $38,600 |
| Master’s w/ 0+ years | $36,950 | $38,600 |
What should I wear to my NIH interview?
Dress for interviews is business casual. March in Maryland is cold and can be snowy/icy/rainy/windy. The NIH campus covers 300 acres and you will be walking extensively outdoors so please wear comfortable walking shoes and appropriate, warm clothing.
How long are phone interviews for internships?
This interview should take no more than 15 minutes. The date and time for the interview will be discussed between the interviewer and you via email. Make sure you are ready when the interviewers call you.
What is NIH Postbac?
The NIH Postbac IRTA Program is a one- to two-year, full-time research program for recent college graduates. Applications are accepted year round. The Clinical Center is one of many NIH institutes and centers that participates in the NIH Postbac IRTA Program.
What is a post baccalaureate student?
A post-baccalaureate (postbac/post-bacc) program is for students who have already completed an undergraduate degree, and are interested in a health professions career. Programs vary in length, but generally range from 1-2 years.
How many NIH Postbacs are there?
1000 postbacs
Altogether, the NIH is home to more than 1000 postbacs, all of whom are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Postbacs at the NIH come from most states in the Union and the District of Columbia as well as from Puerto Rico.
How long is NIH hiring process?
What are the steps along the way? My hiring posses was about 3 weeks, which include: Background checks,physical examination and drug test.
What is an internship phone screen?
Internship phone interviews enable employers to screen candidates ahead and identify which students possess the skills they are seeking in an intern. When applying for internships, it’s important to be prepared at all times in the event that an employer might call regarding your application.
How do I prepare for a phone interview for an internship?
Below are some tips to prepare for your interview:
- Be on time. Make sure you are ready when the interviewers call you.
- Find a quiet place.
- Use a land phone.
- Greet the interviewer.
- Project enthusiasm and energy.
- Revise your application.
- Ask questions at the end of the interview.
- Send a Thank You Note.
