Involved a behavioral interview to assess if your values lined up with the program and determine if you can manage the requirements to follow through both L&D and internship portion.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked about why I was interested in Year Up United, how it would benefit me and how exactly I plan to use what I learn to close the Opportunity Divide. Also was asked about my background to see if it aligned with the programs values.
Recruiter didn't show up for two scheduled phone interviews. I spent time preparing and researching the company, so this was very demoralizing and disappointing. I declined her offer to schedule a third interview.
Year Up United response
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I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Year Up United (Chicago, IL) in Sept 2025
Interview
Very straightforward, screening call with recruiter, interview with two team members, interview with boss. The two team members basically ask the same question in multiple ways. Everything happens very quickly and is clearly defined. Unfortunately, the job itself is never fully laid out so it becomes increasingly difficult to answer the interview questions. You kind of have to guess at what they're looking for.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They ask repeatedly about how you would set up your classroom without ever describing the curriculum.
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