New York Public Interest Research Group Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 15 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at New York Public Interest Research Group.
New York Public Interest Research Group
Canvasser
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Group Recruiter call
Interview formats
Group Behavioral
We had a group interview that was basically an info session. They talked about what the job is like day-to-day, our training, the campaign we'd be on, and how we get paid. After that, we had a short one-on-one interview.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Would you be okay with approaching and speaking to people you don't know?
- Are you comfortable asking people for donations when you first meet them?
New York Public Interest Research Group
Project Coordinator
Entry Difficult Neutral experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process can differ a bit on a case-by-case basis and has been different for me going through it two years in a row. Usually, it consists of a few phone interviews followed by a few in-person interviews. Most of the questions asked are scenarios. Because NYPIRG is stellar at training its staff and everyone who gets involved, you don't have to worry about the 'right answer' to any of the questions; simply demonstrate that you have the critical thinking skills, passion for politics, and quick wit that make a great grassroots organizer.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you actually live on this salary?
New York Public Interest Research Group
Canvasser
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Group Recruiter call Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Group
So first, there was this group interview with me and one other person. We had to fill out some paperwork while waiting for the interviewer. They started with a quick icebreaker, then talked about the job and what a typical day would be like. After that, we each had an individual interview. They asked me why they should hire me and some other basic stuff. They offered me the job and said my first day would be next week.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- What makes you the best candidate for this position?
- Tell us why you are interested in this opportunity.
- What is your understanding of our organization?
New York Public Interest Research Group
Canvasser
Entry Easy Negative experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Group Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Group
They start you off with individual interviews and if you pass that you will go on to a group interview. The people you meet in your group often become the people you train with. The interview is pretty simple and it's mostly about personality and compatibility. The group interviews or preliminary rounds happen often.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What are your thoughts on going to strangers' houses?
New York Public Interest Research Group Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from New York Public Interest Research Group interview reports.
“What is the biggest issue affecting our planet?”
Read reports →“Can you actually live on this salary?”
Read reports →“What are your thoughts on going to strangers' houses?”
Read reports →“What law would you change if you could, and why?”
Read reports →“What are your thoughts on climate change?”
Read report →“Which social justice issue are you passionate about?”
Read report →“Are you comfortable asking people for donations when you first meet them?”
Read report →“Would you be okay with approaching and speaking to people you don't know?”
Read report →“What are your thoughts on having one-on-one conversations with people?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 15 New York Public Interest Research Group interview reports.