Boston College Research Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Boston College.
Boston College
Research Assistant
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process was quite relaxed. It consisted of a 30-minute informal Zoom meeting. I was asked to send my CV to the head of research. Since it was a student position, it was beneficial that I was currently taking a class with the professor.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What is your availability commitment?
Boston College
Research Assistant
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
Submitted my CV online and then had a scheduled zoom meeting with a senior. They mostly wanted to know more about me, my personal interests, any experience I have hosting events, and how familiar I am with social media.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How do you manage your calendar?
Boston College
Research Assistant
Entry Easy Neutral experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview was basically a casual chat with a professor I already knew, so it was mostly a formality. A lot of similar positions with professors were because of existing connections, and interviews were informal.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about your prior research experience at this institution?
Boston College Research Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Boston College interview reports.
“What is your motivation for pursuing a PhD?”
Read reports →“How do you manage your calendar?”
Read reports →“What is your availability commitment?”
Read reports →“Can you tell me about your prior research experience at this institution?”
Read reports →“What contributions can you make to this role?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 5 Boston College interview reports.