I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at World Resources Institute (Washington, DC) in May 2014
Interview
They sent an email to me in order to schedule a phone interview (a few days after I submitted my application online), after the phone interview they asked for my writing samples, after I sent my writing samples via email, they gave me an in-person interview at WRI. I was interviewed by two people. The interview also included a task simulation (writing test).
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why are you interested in this position? What do you know about WRI? They asked a lot of behavioral questions based on hypothetical scenarios. I also took a writing test, which was basically a simulation of ordinary tasks I was going to do if hired. I had to process a lot of readings and then summarize in a very short time, according to the format they specified.
Phone interview with a scripted list of questions, asking about general prior work experience and precise interest in the role. Also asked about frequency/experience with volunteer work relevant to the role.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at World Resources Institute (London, England) in Feb 2025
Interview
Very basic questions tell me about yourself and how you fit with the role and company goals. They are looking for someone who shares the same level of passion for the company.
I applied online. I interviewed at World Resources Institute (Washington, DC) in Apr 2024
Interview
Conducted over the phone and asked about my interest in the role, past work experience, and past volunteer experience. Large emphasis on my background knowledge on the topic of the internship.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why are you interested in working on this (specific) issue?
