International Crisis Group Interview Questions
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International Crisis Group
Senior Analyst
Senior Difficult Neutral experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation Take home
Interview formats
Technical Presentation Other
This role involves discussing recent developments in the relevant subject area to assess your expertise. You'll also share ideas for research and publications. There might be an op-ed writing test as part of one round, and another round could involve giving a mock advocacy presentation on a current crisis group topic.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you recall a time you shifted your perspective on a research or work topic? Please provide an instance.
International Crisis Group
Foundations Intern
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Other
The interview process was smooth, friendly, and helpful. The questions were fair, and they seemed genuinely interested in me and my interests and experiences. They were quick to respond and had a quick turnaround time after each part of the process. It also included a writing assignment which I actually liked a lot. I felt like it gave me an opportunity to show them my skills.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share something you are proud of?
International Crisis Group
Project Director
Director Difficult Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Take home Background check
Interview formats
Other
It took several months to hear back after the application due date. I was told I was shortlisted and asked to do an extensive written exercise (48 hours). Then didn't hear back again for some time before being told I wouldn't be moving forward without any further detail. Asked about feedback, and was then shared some details, though again after waiting some time.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Write and op-ed
- Edit a draft report
International Crisis Group
Intern
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I applied online and then Crisis Group got back to me around 2-3 weeks later. The interview was over Skype. It felt pretty chill and friendly, and they started by telling me a bit about the organization and what the internship involved. Then they asked questions mainly about my background and my research experience. They also asked about teamwork, managing different tasks, and my future career goals. I got an offer a week after that, and I accepted.
Confirmed questions5 questions
- Tell me about your research experience in conflict areas.
- Could you elaborate on your professional and research background?
- How do you approach working within a team?
International Crisis Group Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from International Crisis Group interview reports.
“How would you characterize the Sahelian political environment?”
Read reports →“Can you complete a French language test?”
Read reports →“Could you describe the security situation in Africa?”
Read reports →“What is your knowledge regarding Turkey and the Caucasus region?”
Read reports →“How closely do you follow the UN?”
Read report →“Write and op-ed”
Read report →“Can you explain the underlying reasons for crises?”
Read report →“What are the most critical issues concerning advocacy?”
Read report →“What is your understanding of how ICG operates?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 27 International Crisis Group interview reports.