Preparing for Interviews | Season 1, Episode 6


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Dec 15 2021 26 mins   3

This is the final episode of Season 1, which covers the process of applying to PhD programs in experimental psychology. In this particular episode, we discuss what you can expect from PhD program interviews and how you can prepare for them. We cover six main topics. First, what is the purpose of program interviews? Second, what are some general tips for interviews? Third, how can you most effectively prepare for meetings with specific faculty interviewers? Fourth, how can you be ready for impromptu conversations with faculty and other department members at recruitment events? Fifth, how can you engage most effectively in other interview day activities? And sixth, how should you handle “pre-interviews” if your program of interest has them?


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Google Scholar


Sample questions for impromptu conversations on interview day


Resource on how to ask questions during a research presentation


Additional Episodes from This Season:


Episode 1 (Introduction to the Psychology PhD):


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Episode 2 (Getting Organized for PhD Program Applications):


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Episode 3 (CVs and Resumes):


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Episode 4 (Research Experience and Recommendation Letters)


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Episode 5 (Writing Your Statement of Purpose):


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Credits:


Hosted by Monica Thieu


Music by Paul A. Bloom


Written by Arlene Lormestoire and Emily Nakkawita


Edited and Produced by Emily Nakkawita