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Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 36 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.1 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
80.6% Positive experience

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6 roles · 36 reports

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro.

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Masters Student

Research · nearly a year ago

Intern Easy Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral

The interview was conversational and welcoming. The professors seemed very friendly and curious about my research background and technical skills. I joined the call and waited for them. They arrived on time and made me feel comfortable conversing with them.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • What motivates you to apply to our institute?
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Research Intern

Research · a year ago

Intern Average Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

It was quite relaxed, largely dependent on the researcher who interviews you. The Civil department usually expects you to show drive and curiosity. Remember that each professional has their own way of conducting the interview, so it really varies a lot.

Confirmed questions3 questions
  • What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • How well did you do in the course?
  • Can you see any applications for this?
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Postgraduate Student

Research · a year ago

Intern Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Take home Technical screen Presentation
Interview formats
Technical Presentation

The selection process usually includes a theoretical part, an oral exam, and a resume evaluation. The specific criteria can differ depending on the Institute. The exam takes place within a week, and some institutes require an English proficiency test as part of the selection, with a minimum score needed to pass.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Were there technical questions related to the project submitted for your postgraduate studies?
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Assistant Professor

Research

Mid Difficult Neutral experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation Technical Other

Demorado, com várias etapas. Tivemos análise de currículo, análise pedagógica, aula demonstrativa, e entrevista individual. Perguntaram coisas pessoais, como se sou casada, de qual estado sou, se tenho filhos. Também perguntaram sobre os locais onde estudei na graduação, no mestrado, no doutorado e no pós-doc.

Confirmed questions5 questions
  • Poderia nos contar sobre sua trajetória profissional até o momento?
  • Quais instituições você frequentou para sua graduação, mestrado, doutorado e pós-doutorado?
  • Você é casada?

Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro Interview Questions

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 36 Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 40.6%
Technical 32.8%
Presentation 17.2%
Other 4.7%
Group 3.1%

Interview difficulty

Easy 30.6%
Average 58.3%
Difficult 11.1%

Candidate experience

Positive 80.6%
Negative 2.8%
Neutral 16.7%

Reports by job function

Research 23
Other 5
Engineering 5
Operations 2
Analytics 1