I applied through the Columbia University federal work study job posting site. I interviewed and received an offer shortly after. The interview was short and typical. The process was simple and easy.
Accepted offer
Positive experience
Easy interview
Application
I applied through university. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY) in Oct 2012
Interview
Applied posting as advertised on university's job site, received an email shortly after from the professor.The interview process was smooth. Asked about my data analysis skill and details about past experience/projects.The position was to start quite soon so professor wanted get someone with hands on experience about data analysis experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Please rate your programming skill from 1 to 10 (SAS or R)
Very encouraging and fair. I was asked relevant questions to my degree. My advisor provided me clear expectations for my program. I was asked questions related to DSP and ML.
I applied through university. I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY)
Interview
Interview with project coordinator. Will ask about your previous research experience and why you are interested in the study. Usually one to two interviews, depending on the study and position.
