I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Applied Research Associates in Apr 2023
Interview
The interview process consisted of an HR screening followed by your intended supervisor. They ask typical questions about your experience and discuss your competencies in your specific subject area. The employees are very kind, encouraging, and open to questions throughout the process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked mostly to describe specific instances where communication was important based on my resume.
I applied online. I interviewed at Applied Research Associates (Raleigh, NC) in Jun 2025
Interview
Straighrforward Questions:
- Why ARA? Name projects you researched from them
- Describe a time you had to work in a team
- Describe a time you needed a quick solution to an unprecedented problem
- They will ask one more question about your resume
Despite this being a technical intern position, no technical portion was included in the interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why ARA? Name projects you researched from them
- Describe a time you had to work in a team
- Describe a time you needed a quick solution to an unprecedented problem