Georgia Tech Research Institute Research Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Georgia Tech Research Institute.
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Research Engineer
Senior Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
It was a very direct interview, with a practical session involving several engineers from different disciplines (electrical, systems, software) and some managers. We had about an hour-long phone interview initially, followed by a 4-hour in-person interview on site. Some team members and management rotated asking questions.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Tell me about your experience managing teams.
- How many employees did you directly supervise?
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Research Engineer
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation Other
I initially submitted an application online, but I didn't hear back. It seems like online applications there often get overlooked unless you can connect with someone internally. I happened to know a few people from a previous co-op experience. It took about four months from my initial phone conversation to actually get an interview. About a week before the interview, the administrative manager sent over the interview schedule. The interview kicked off with an overview of benefits. I met with all the division chiefs, along with senior staff like the chief scientist and engineer, and the lab director. During the interviews, besides the usual interview topics, the lab director inquired about my current and desired salary. They also asked about my background and graduate coursework. We then went out for lunch, which was a more relaxed setting for conversation. The following week, I got a call saying I wasn't selected because my work experience wasn't the ideal fit, which was a bit frustrating since it's clearly detailed on my resume. I really wanted to work there, but they have very stringent requirements for candidates. To their credit, the hiring manager offered helpful feedback and, at my request, agreed to forward my name for consideration in a different lab where I might be a better match.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- What is your current salary expectation?
- What is your desired salary expectation?
- Can you tell us about your experience?
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Research Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
They had a phone interview first, then an all-day in-person at the lab. The culture is pretty unique - almost everyone stays at GTRI forever, or they leave and come back. Teams are flexible and work together a lot. The projects are super long-term, but they do have deliverables eventually. It's a different vibe, and lots of people like it.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Be honest if asked about your desired work.
- It's okay to say "I don't know" if that's the truth.
Georgia Tech Research Institute Research Engineer Interview Questions
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“Didn't ask much, I don't think?”
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Read report →“Would you find it problematic that much of the work involves DoD contracts?”
Read report →“What is your current salary expectation?”
Read report →“Would you be willing to set aside your biomedical background?”
Read report →“What is your desired salary expectation?”
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