I applied through other source. I interviewed at McGill University (Montreal, QC) in Jan 2021
Interview
- Emailed my professor of interest 4 months before the application deadline and told keep in touch.
- Re-emailed the professor 1 month before the deadline
- Interviewed by the professor
- Allowed to apply
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
- Why choose to work with me?
- What is your research interest?
- What are your research skills?
- Do you have any questions for me?
It is a standard interview that they ask about the knowledge in the field, courses, experiences. They are also interested in your research interests and the plan for your study. They also want to know if you are eligible for some funding opportunities.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at McGill University (Montreal, QC) in May 2011
Interview
I interviewed with a few profs. There were varying degrees of "intensity", but the final interview from which I landed my position was very informal. A quick half hour chat and then the offer.
PhD Student applicants have rated the interview process at McGill University with 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 81.1% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
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