I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY) in Aug 2014
Interview
I completed the application online through Columbia's website. A hiring manager followed up via email to schedule a phone screen. Once completed, I was contacted to set up an in-person interview. I received an offer after the in-person interview. The entire process lasted approximately 14 days after the phone screen. I was contacted fairly shortly after I submitted the online application, I would say no more than a week or so.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell us about yourself and your background. Why do you want to work here? What could you bring in terms of skills? What questions do you have for us?
I applied online. I interviewed at Columbia University (Morningside Heights) in May 2026
Interview
Four rounds HR screening zoom, meet the team zoom, then asked to prepare a presentation to present on zoom a third time, then asked to come in person to present to 2 hiring committees and individual interviews with the team hiring. I spent almost 5 hours there. Asked me during round 2 if I was interested in a position HR initially said had already been finalized. The position I was applying for was not crystal clear. HR sent a generic rejection email.
I applied online. I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY) in Feb 2026
Interview
The whole process spanned over 3 months, including 5 rounds interviews that included
1) HR screening
2) 1st round interviews which had candidates answer questions to the camera as it automatically started recording after 10 seconds, to allow you to read questions
3) zoom meeting with hiring committee
4) another zoom meeting with hiring committee which included presenting on data points sent over and with a request to provide plan of action to student data
5) on campus visit with staff, as well as an excel assessment that had you sit at a computer and attempt to to moderate to challenging excel requests within a half hour.
Along with this the process included having your 5 references complete a form recommendation at the 4th round, and then a phone call after the 5th round.
Upon completing all these rounds and requests, I was not selected, which is sometimes how it goes. However upon thanking the committee for the opportunity, I asked for constructive feedback as this was a lengthy process that spanned for 3 months. It has since been almost a month after the rejection email without any response or input from the committee.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
To complete a presentation based off 80 data points.
I interviewed at Columbia University (New York, NY)
Interview
The interview process at Columbia University for the Assistant Director role was structured and professional. It included multiple rounds with HR and department leaders, focusing on leadership, strategy, and collaboration skills. They emphasized alignment with the university’s mission, and I was asked about my experience managing teams, working cross-functionally, and handling high-level responsibilities. Overall, the interviewers were respectful and clear about expectations.
