2014-2015 APPIC (internship) interview thread

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singasongofjoy said:
By telephone only? I thought they only had one interview date, which was on January 14... but I don't remember now where I saw that and wrote it down, I am assuming on the brochure. I am still waiting to hear from them, and curious whether they've filled January 14 in-person slots with previous invites and are now offering phone interviews to an additional round of people... any insight into that?
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Sounds like you're thinking of Duke Med? Neuropsych applicants = Jan 7, Child and Child-PEDS applicants = Jan 14, and CBT applicants = Jan 16. Only dates offered for those invited applicants. Not sure if they do phone interviews.
 
singasongofjoy said:
By telephone only? I thought they only had one interview date, which was on January 14... but I don't remember now where I saw that and wrote it down, I am assuming on the brochure. I am still waiting to hear from them, and curious whether they've filled January 14 in-person slots with previous invites and are now offering phone interviews to an additional round of people... any insight into that?
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The brochure says phone only, APPIC website says phone only, and in their invite email they had a paragraph stating that they only offer phone interviews due to wanting to provide equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of their finances and thus ability to travel to interviews. They might offer more phone interviews after the first round of scheduling- I wouldn't give up hope =).
 
nycegurl said:
From what I remember, it was always telephone only interviews. January 14 doesn't sound familiar to me. I applied to Duke's counseling center internship so are you referring to that one or one of the medical center positions?
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Ah, that would explain the confusion. I did not apply to the counseling center. Thanks for clearing that up!!
 
Featheredwyngs said:
Sounds like you're thinking of Duke Med? Neuropsych applicants = Jan 7, Child and Child-PEDS applicants = Jan 14, and CBT applicants = Jan 16. Only dates offered for those invited applicants. Not sure if they do phone interviews.
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You're right. Thanks for the clarification!!
 
In the middle of this, I thought I might chime in to say that, despite our forming internship at this VA Medical center, the "madness" of this process strikes me, especially as my wife looks over my shoulder as I write this.

I am now 4 years removed from this application process. It's Saturday. I worked 32 hours this week. I just got a check in the mail for $50o from my side gig (which is done from home and took less than 2 hours), and I am now playing with my son in the bath. He's a character.

My mortgage is likely overpriced but allows my kids to walk to St. XXXX grade school.... which is is about 500 yards away.... and 5 miles from my parents and where I grew up. Things get better, life moves on, I have good job. Could I make more if I worked on Saturdays at some high heeled private practice? Sure. Is it worth it? Absolutely not!
 
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Two questions:

1. Since 12/15 is the notification date many programs published, I wonder whether I can expect rejection emails on Monday or can this day also mean that invites are coming on that day as well?

2. I am really nervous, since I have not sent a TY note to a site I interviewed at yesterday. I did not feel hot about the day nor about the site, just so so. BUT I can see myself there and they were of course friendly and everything. Nothing to complain about, just not sure about the goodness of fit... Soooo, I am having a really hard time sending this TY email but feel like it is polite and I should do it regardless. After all, if I matched there I'd be okay. Have others here sent TY notes. Why or why not. Is it absolutely expected, needed, or okay not to?? Thanks all!!
 
erg923 said:
In the middle of this, I thought I might chime in to say that, despite our forming internship at this VA Medical center, the "madness" of this process strikes me, especially as my wife looks over my shoulder as I write this.

I am now 4 years removed from this application process. It's Saturday. I worked 32 hours this week. I just got a check in the mail for $50o from my side gig (which is done from home and took less than 2 hours), and I am now playing with my son in the bath. He's a character.

My mortgage is likely overpriced but allows my kids to walk to St. XXXX grade school.... which is is about 500 yards away.... and 5 miles from my parents and where I grew up. Things get better, life moves on, I have good job. Could I make more if I worked on Saturdays at some high heeled private practice? Sure. Is it worth it? Absolutely not!
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Love this. Thank you for the big picture perspective.

Phipps said:
Two questions:

1. Since 12/15 is the notification date many programs published, I wonder whether I can expect rejection emails on Monday or can this day also mean that invites are coming on that day as well?

2. I am really nervous, since I have not sent a TY note to a site I interviewed at yesterday. I did not feel hot about the day nor about the site, just so so. BUT I can see myself there and they were of course friendly and everything. Nothing to complain about, just not sure about the goodness of fit... Soooo, I am having a really hard time sending this TY email but feel like it is polite and I should do it regardless. After all, if I matched there I'd be okay. Have others here sent TY notes. Why or why not. Is it absolutely expected, needed, or okay not to?? Thanks all!!
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For the first one, many send out invites on the notification day. Try looking at last year's thread to see how many sent out the day of notifications. Second question, they absolutely are not required, but can't hurt. My view is that it's a personal decision, don't feel like you HAVE to for any of your sites- the likelihood that it makes any difference at all is about zero. But if it's making you anxious- send a couple of lines just thanking them for their time.
 
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psy113 said:
Had anyone heard from Children's Hospital of Orange County? I know some people have heard about invites ... however, their deadline (APPIC Directory) for notification was today and I have not heard anything from them. Is anyone else in the same shoes?
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I am in the same boat as you, Still waiting and I know a few other people who are waiting as well :/
 
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Phipps said:
2. I am really nervous, since I have not sent a TY note to a site I interviewed at yesterday. I did not feel hot about the day nor about the site, just so so. BUT I can see myself there and they were of course friendly and everything. Nothing to complain about, just not sure about the goodness of fit... Soooo, I am having a really hard time sending this TY email but feel like it is polite and I should do it regardless. After all, if I matched there I'd be okay. Have others here sent TY notes. Why or why not. Is it absolutely expected, needed, or okay not to?? Thanks all!!
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I actually just did this same thing. I interviewed at a site yesterday that I didn't feel hot about, but still wrote a TY card. I was interviewed by multiple people and made mention of each in the card, with mostly generic "wonderful time" and "very appreciative" language throughout. It ended up filling the whole card and sounded nice, even though I don't have phenomenally glowing feelings. It's possible to go through the act but word it generically enough that you don't feel like you're selling out.
 
So I finally reached a point where I wasn't physically able to do an onsite interview with a site and had to request a phone or Skype interview. I saw on their APPIC site that they're open to that and took the time to explain it in detail (even though they prefer in-person, as most sites do). But I just got a response from the TD that was like, "I just don't think I want to do a phone interview so we probably can't make this match happen. Good luck to you." I don't know how I feel about it. It feels like a rejection but more hurtful. Of all the sites that offered me invites, this one was by far the least desirable and not accredited, so if I had to lose one, that would've been the one to let go. It just feels weird. Does anyone else know what I'm talking about? It's like I failed by not making the interview happen.
 
heartdignan said:
So I finally reached a point where I wasn't physically able to do an onsite interview with a site and had to request a phone or Skype interview. I saw on their APPIC site that they're open to that and took the time to explain it in detail (even though they prefer in-person, as most sites do). But I just got a response from the TD that was like, "I just don't think I want to do a phone interview so we probably can't make this match happen. Good luck to you." I don't know how I feel about it. It feels like a rejection but more hurtful. Of all the sites that offered me invites, this one was by far the least desirable and not accredited, so if I had to lose one, that would've been the one to let go. It just feels weird. Does anyone else know what I'm talking about? It's like I failed by not making the interview happen.
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I would feel disappointed by this, particularly since they had outlined a process for phone interviews. They should probably update the appic site to reflect reality a bit more closely. I'm sorry :-(
 
heartdignan said:
So I finally reached a point where I wasn't physically able to do an onsite interview with a site and had to request a phone or Skype interview. I saw on their APPIC site that they're open to that and took the time to explain it in detail (even though they prefer in-person, as most sites do). But I just got a response from the TD that was like, "I just don't think I want to do a phone interview so we probably can't make this match happen. Good luck to you." I don't know how I feel about it. It feels like a rejection but more hurtful. Of all the sites that offered me invites, this one was by far the least desirable and not accredited, so if I had to lose one, that would've been the one to let go. It just feels weird. Does anyone else know what I'm talking about? It's like I failed by not making the interview happen.
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I absolutely get that you feel bad after that, but holy crap you dodged a bullet by not risking being stuck with that TD for a year. Completely unprofessional of them, particularly if they listed it as an option in their materials. I personally would note it to APPIC, as that sort of thing doesn't bode well for if they attempt APA accreditation.

You deserve so much better than that- we all do, but just imagine how much things would shift if there were more spots than students to take them! They wouldn't be treating great applicants like that, that's for sure. Okay, end rant.
 
heartdignan said:
So I finally reached a point where I wasn't physically able to do an onsite interview with a site and had to request a phone or Skype interview. I saw on their APPIC site that they're open to that and took the time to explain it in detail (even though they prefer in-person, as most sites do). But I just got a response from the TD that was like, "I just don't think I want to do a phone interview so we probably can't make this match happen. Good luck to you." I don't know how I feel about it. It feels like a rejection but more hurtful. Of all the sites that offered me invites, this one was by far the least desirable and not accredited, so if I had to lose one, that would've been the one to let go. It just feels weird. Does anyone else know what I'm talking about? It's like I failed by not making the interview happen.
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AppsAintNoThang said:
I absolutely get that you feel bad after that, but holy crap you dodged a bullet by not risking being stuck with that TD for a year. Completely unprofessional of them, particularly if they listed it as an option in their materials. I personally would note it to APPIC, as that sort of thing doesn't bode well for if they attempt APA accreditation.

You deserve so much better than that- we all do, but just imagine how much things would shift if there were more spots than students to take them! They wouldn't be treating great applicants like that, that's for sure. Okay, end rant.
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I totally agree. There's a bit of a mystery and randomness to when we don't get invited. I find it extremely strange sometimes that what I considered a top match site rejects me and what I consider a reach invites me. Rejections are tough, but I feel we can blame it on some system we can't understand (like some manatees pushing around idea balls/applications).
This feels more personal though. And for whatever reason, a ****ty safety place cuts even deeper, especially when they go back on what they said would make available. As a person who suffers from chronic pain who is partners with another prospective intern who doesn't have any money now, there are ALWAYS extenuating circumstances that should not disqualify us from the pool. But low and behold the people in power don't take that into consideration. I feel like this is a good lesson for all of us, and hopefully we can learn to understood those who are less fortunate than us and have less power as well.
 
Anyone hear from California Pacific Medical Center? They are a Capic site but are in the process of gaining accreditation (have a site visit iirc).

They didn't list any dates so I am not sure if I should contact the director Tuesday to clarify
 
habibi786 said:
I am in the same boat as you, Still waiting and I know a few other people who are waiting as well :/
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I gave in and e-mailed them today (it was the recommendation on here [and by Dr. Keilin on the intern network] to wait til the day after the APPIC deadline and then e-mail the site.
 
Thanks for the responses to my phone interview rejection post. I think part of what makes it more frustrating is that there are sites that make late deadlines and drag their feet on getting back to you cause by that time, many other sites have. And then they want to be pissy when applicants aren't free to interview. If you want folks who can be 100% in front of you, get us early. Or offer far more than 1-3 dates available, or only do January interviews. It's not fair to get mad at us or penalize us if someone else asked us to dance first.
 
heartdignan said:
Thanks for the responses to my phone interview rejection post. I think part of what makes it more frustrating is that there are sites that make late deadlines and drag their feet on getting back to you cause by that time, many other sites have. And then they want to be pissy when applicants aren't free to interview. If you want folks who can be 100% in front of you, get us early. Or offer far more than 1-3 dates available, or only do January interviews. It's not fair to get mad at us or penalize us if someone else asked us to dance first.
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That's the most ridiculous thing I've heard!! Personally, I would HIGHLY consider emailing back the TD (though I'd probably discuss this with my adviser first). Something professional and nice (enough) but pointing out the discrepancy between that and the brochure. Maybe suggest updating the information they provide to applicants for next year or something. Sorry this happened :-(
 
heartdignan said:
So I finally reached a point where I wasn't physically able to do an onsite interview with a site and had to request a phone or Skype interview. I saw on their APPIC site that they're open to that and took the time to explain it in detail (even though they prefer in-person, as most sites do). But I just got a response from the TD that was like, "I just don't think I want to do a phone interview so we probably can't make this match happen. Good luck to you." I don't know how I feel about it. It feels like a rejection but more hurtful. Of all the sites that offered me invites, this one was by far the least desirable and not accredited, so if I had to lose one, that would've been the one to let go. It just feels weird. Does anyone else know what I'm talking about? It's like I failed by not making the interview happen.
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Yup. Had a site that was like that - couldn't make the offered day, so I offered to come in on a different day, then to do a phone interview and was essentially told that either I come in on that day or buh-bye. It happens.
 
heartdignan said:
So I finally reached a point where I wasn't physically able to do an onsite interview with a site and had to request a phone or Skype interview. I saw on their APPIC site that they're open to that and took the time to explain it in detail (even though they prefer in-person, as most sites do). But I just got a response from the TD that was like, "I just don't think I want to do a phone interview so we probably can't make this match happen. Good luck to you." I don't know how I feel about it. It feels like a rejection but more hurtful. Of all the sites that offered me invites, this one was by far the least desirable and not accredited, so if I had to lose one, that would've been the one to let go. It just feels weird. Does anyone else know what I'm talking about? It's like I failed by not making the interview happen.
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I'd likely consider responding with something classy but sharp related to how they advertised it. Perhaps you wouldn't have spent the $50 bucks applying if you knew that they wouldn't do a phone interview to begin with. Consider yourself saved from an organization with a TD who can change his/her mind when they feel like it!
 
waltzoutinblue said:
Has anyone heard from the Hawthorn Center in MI, or Alexian Brothers (Child/Adolescent track, to be more specific)? Their notification dates are the 15th and 21st respectively, but maybe someone has heard a peep?
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I'm still waiting on Alexian Brother's Adult Track. I'm hoping they haven't sent out invites yet?
 
howdoesthatmakeyoufeel said:
anyone ever hear of interview questions specifically being about the case report submitted with the application?
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I had an interview Friday where they asked about my assessment report, but I had sent in one that was a bit different than the standard report. They just asked me questions about my thought process and how it was presented to the referral source.
 
NYU-Bellevue
Rejection via mass email
Notified 12/14/14 149PM EST

(About time... Knew this one was likely coming for a while 🙂)
 
AppsAintNoThang said:
I had an interview Friday where they asked about my assessment report, but I had sent in one that was a bit different than the standard report. They just asked me questions about my thought process and how it was presented to the referral source.
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Oh that's good to know. That's another thing I'll add to the list of stuff I want to review before interviewing.
 
adsekhon said:
Anyone hear from California Pacific Medical Center? They are a Capic site but are in the process of gaining accreditation (have a site visit iirc).

They didn't list any dates so I am not sure if I should contact the director Tuesday to clarify
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I talked to them on Friday and they are making calls this week and next week!
 
Has anyone received a rejection from American University's Counseling Center, Trinitas Regional Medical Center, or Institute of Living? I'm still waiting on these...
 
pittpsych2014 said:
Has anyone received a rejection from American University's Counseling Center, Trinitas Regional Medical Center, or Institute of Living? I'm still waiting on these...
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I had a rejection awhile ago from American UCC and one of my classmates got invited about the same time.
 
Anyone heard from Ann Arbor VA yet? If not, are you planning on attending an open house? In their FAQ section in the brochure, it says, "Q: Well, then how do I know where I stand?
A: We’d be glad to tell you in general terms. We will communicate to you if and when we do decide to forgo selecting you. We do not consider applicants we judge as unqualified for this internship and inform them of that immediately upon making that determination." I want to ask for some guidance/if they are considering me a "competitive applicant", but not sure what to do at this point.
 
FLfuture said:
Anyone heard from Ann Arbor VA yet? If not, are you planning on attending an open house? In their FAQ section in the brochure, it says, "Q: Well, then how do I know where I stand?
A: We’d be glad to tell you in general terms. We will communicate to you if and when we do decide to forgo selecting you. We do not consider applicants we judge as unqualified for this internship and inform them of that immediately upon making that determination." I want to ask for some guidance/if they are considering me a "competitive applicant", but not sure what to do at this point.
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I agree- I feel like their materials are confusing about this. Particularly since they say they "may" reach out to competitive applicants, which seems to imply they might not notify anybody unless they decide not to rank them. I'm holding out hope they notify tomorrow, and am unsure whether I'll ask about my position or go to the open house if I don't hear.
 
-Site name: Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital
-Date notified: 12/14
-Invite or rejection: Invite
-Track (please specify even for general tracks): Adult PHP/ Center for Addiction Medicine
-How notified (mass email, personal email, phone): Mass email
-Interview dates offered: January 13th
Most importantly:
-Type and number of cookies eaten today: One chocolate chip cookie, and lots of french fries


Also, I have not heard either way from Trinitas. (and I checked my spam) :/
 
weeblewobble said:
I agree- I feel like their materials are confusing about this. Particularly since they say they "may" reach out to competitive applicants, which seems to imply they might not notify anybody unless they decide not to rank them. I'm holding out hope they notify tomorrow, and am unsure whether I'll ask about my position or go to the open house if I don't hear.
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Very confusing. I think I may email them tomorrow just to ask for some guidance/clarification of the selection process.
 
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