After careful deliberation, PurdueTHINK will invite applicants via email to advance to the interview round. Interviews will be performed in person, with exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis.

Our interview process is design to provide us with a deeper understanding of you and your potential fit within the PurdueTHINK community. For example, you might be asked to recount instances where you have positively impacted a team environment. Or you could tell us of a time when you were able to overcome obstacles, persuading others to go along with an initially unpopular decision.

The interviewer may also be curious to hear more about your background, motivations, and personal journey. Expect to showcase your analytical aptitude through brain teasers and case-style questions. To break it down, the interview consists of 2 parts, each lasting 15 minutes: one focusing on behavioral questions and the other on a case scenario.

Behavioral Questions

Behavioral questions are like regular job interview questions. Here are some tips:

• Make a list of your accomplishments

• Be open and honest in your answers

• Prepare and Practice your interview responses aloud

• More Resources linked here & here

Case Style Questions

Case Style Questions are based on Case Interviews. They are meant to show interviewers how you approach problem-solving. Here are some resources to better understand this style of interview questions:

• http://caseinterviewprep.deloitte.com/

• https://careers.bcg.com/case-prep

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nib4_5_4afA 

• https://www.kearney.com/working-here/ace-the-interview/crack-the-case

Prepare

The key factor for your interview is proper preparation. Additionally, if you have any questions about PurdueTHINK, the interview is the perfect time to ask!