2014-2015 APPIC (internship) interview thread

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I know how you feel....this is ridiculous.

Honestly, they should tell us by now whether or not we matched, and maybe keep the match day for telling us where? It just doesn't seem right to find out whether IF and also WHERE on the same day...it's a lot to process...and then phase II starts immediately after 🙁
 
kohutian said:
I know how you feel....this is ridiculous.

Honestly, they should tell us by now whether or not we matched, and maybe keep the match day for telling us where? It just doesn't seem right to find out whether IF and also WHERE on the same day...it's a lot to process...and then phase II starts immediately after 🙁
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I spoke with my supervisor who graduated several years ago and apparently that's how they used to do things. They notified everyone on a Friday if they matched, then told them where they matched on Monday. I think knowing but not knowing where would be agonizing, especially since they clearly already know where you've been placed. I'll take the current system any day, even though this wait is TORTURE!
 
I feel this is WAY worse. I'd rather feel the comfort of knowing I matched, and just not know where, then have to find it ALL out at the same time...anyway...we are one day closer at least!
 
What do the match emails even look like? Is there any indication from the subject line whether or not our news when we open will be good?
 
baristablair said:
What do the match emails even look like? Is there any indication from the subject line whether or not our news when we open will be good?
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No indication from the subject line, it comes from National Matching Service and says "APPIC Phase I Match Result (Applicant #####)." There is a brief header and then mine from last year said:

To: NAME - Applicant Code ####

This message provides you with your Match result for Phase I of the APPIC Internship Matching Program for internship positions beginning in 2014.

We regret to inform you that you did not match to a position.

(Info about Phase II here).
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I remember in the moment scanning over and over again to see where I'd matched only to realize that well, I hadn't. The results for non-match are not bolded or anything so it took me a minute to finally land on the message.
 
baristablair said:
What do the match emails even look like? Is there any indication from the subject line whether or not our news when we open will be good?
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From current interns, I was told there is nothing in the subject line...all it says is like "Match Results" which is vague. Apparently, you have to scroll down and if you see the word "congratulations" be excited and then next to it, it states where.
 
My friend from last year shared her match email. It is really short, and from what I've heard, rather anticlimactic!

APPIC Internship Matching Program

Your APPIC Match Result

To: YOUR NAME - Applicant Code #####

This message provides you with your Match result for the APPIC Internship Matching Program for internship positions beginning in 2014.


Congratulations! You have been matched to:

Training Site: [insert site name]

Program: [insert program/track]

Program Code: [insert code]


*** Please do NOT respond to this e-mail. ***

That's all!
 
Seriously folks, settle down. go grab a coffee, go for a run, etc. There is a reason they take a while, they are running checks on the results to make sure everything is copacetic. Would you rather they rush it, and risk accidentally giving people the wrong match results?
 
aly cat said:
No indication from the subject line, it comes from National Matching Service and says "APPIC Phase I Match Result (Applicant #####)." There is a brief header and then mine from last year said:

To: NAME - Applicant Code ####

This message provides you with your Match result for Phase I of the APPIC Internship Matching Program for internship positions beginning in 2014.

We regret to inform you that you did not match to a position.

(Info about Phase II here).
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I remember in the moment scanning over and over again to see where I'd matched only to realize that well, I hadn't. The results for non-match are not bolded or anything so it took me a minute to finally land on the message.
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Yeah this post just gave me some brutal anxiety...getting that email TWICE for phase I and II didn't get easier either...
 
ChiPhD99 said:
Yeah this post just gave me some brutal anxiety...getting that email TWICE for phase I and II didn't get easier either...
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It IS a brutal system. But it is SO much better than the prior ones, that entailed a complex series of phone calls, "holds", and many ways that privileged some and disadvantaged others. Match II is much improved over the older Clearinghouse as well. Still a miserable, tension filled wait, but the current process is more equitable and well administered pathway.
 
aly cat said:
No indication from the subject line, it comes from National Matching Service and says "APPIC Phase I Match Result (Applicant #####)." There is a brief header and then mine from last year said:

To: NAME - Applicant Code ####

This message provides you with your Match result for Phase I of the APPIC Internship Matching Program for internship positions beginning in 2014.

We regret to inform you that you did not match to a position.

(Info about Phase II here).
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I remember in the moment scanning over and over again to see where I'd matched only to realize that well, I hadn't. The results for non-match are not bolded or anything so it took me a minute to finally land on the message.
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Yuck, that just gave me a flashback from last year. It took me several seconds before my poor little brain comprehended that I did not, in fact, match.

This year will be different. It will, it will.
 
Luckily I've been really busy the past few weeks and haven't had much time to think about Match Day. And I've actually had somewhat of the opposite reaction to most folks in that I'd rather just not know. I'm very happy living in my denial. Now that it's 48 hours away it seems much more real. But still completely surreal at the same time, cause seriously who the hell sits around knowing they're getting an email that will dictate the next year of their life and potentially even beyond that. It's a very bizarre thing for the brain to process.
 
does anyone have a match day morning plan? thinking about an early walk to get my head set
 
WisNeuro said:
Seriously folks, settle down. go grab a coffee, go for a run, etc. There is a reason they take a while, they are running checks on the results to make sure everything is copacetic. Would you rather they rush it, and risk accidentally giving people the wrong match results?
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I think most of us our using this forum as an outlet, I for one feel comfort in the fact that I'm not alone in my fears, worries, hopes, and dreams related to this whole process. I think every one should take ownership of their angst and post on!
 
This is the only place I'm taking out my Match-related anxiety, so I am grateful for the outlet. I swear I'm more well-adjusted than I appear on these forums. My day to day life is business as usual.

Since I'll be pulling a full day at my site, I guess I can be grateful I have supervision first? I will have probably have gotten the email before I even get there. But I will have to push emotions to the side until 5pm because I have a full day of clinical work.
 
WisNeuro said:
Seriously folks, settle down. go grab a coffee, go for a run, etc. There is a reason they take a while, they are running checks on the results to make sure everything is copacetic. Would you rather they rush it, and risk accidentally giving people the wrong match results?
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WisNeuro, while I appreciate the fact that you've come around to advise us after going through all of this yourself, I think it's pretty normal to be nervous while waiting for NMS results. And I agree with whatWAIS and DontDiss that these forums are unique in that they allow for a sense of validation and community, albeit anonymous, during this stressful experience.

Certainly if there wasn't something exciting and interesting about the match process, you wouldn't be returning to give us advice? 😉
 
I'm more commenting on the people who are calling the match ranking to release date ridiculous. It serves a very big purpose. And, being nervous is perfectly acceptable. Letting the anxiety/nervousness take over your life, not so much. There are many more stressful things in life, and in grad school. Start cultivating healthy coping now 🙂
 
WisNeuro said:
Letting the anxiety/nervousness take over your life, not so much. There are many more stressful things in life, and in grad school. Start cultivating healthy coping now
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I wouldn't call coming on these forums to share application-related anxieties/complaints with fellow applicants anything but healthy coping. Most of the people on this thread seem to be here every now and then for the purpose of processing the experience with their peers. I seriously doubt they'll let it 'take over their life' and get stuck here for any extended period of time.
 
heartdignan said:
Luckily I've been really busy the past few weeks and haven't had much time to think about Match Day. And I've actually had somewhat of the opposite reaction to most folks in that I'd rather just not know. I'm very happy living in my denial. Now that it's 48 hours away it seems much more real. But still completely surreal at the same time, cause seriously who the hell sits around knowing they're getting an email that will dictate the next year of their life and potentially even beyond that. It's a very bizarre thing for the brain to process.
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I've also been somewhat happy in my denial - like living in a brief limbo. There is literally nothing I can do at this point; it's out of my hands. And because I don't know where I'm (potentially) going yet, I don't have to worry about moving, new climates, or my dissertation (decided to put that on hold til after match day). It was like everything went back to status quo, and the whole internship application process was just a dream. But then hearing yesterday from my cohort above about their post-doc offers kinda slapped me out of it, and now my anxiety is rising.

Anyone making cookies tomorrow night?? Or the morning of..?
 
psychinnola said:
Who are you all going to share (presumably good!!) news with first? I will be at home by myself when I receive the news, most likely.
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I'm going to be next to my husband as I open it. I imagine i'll be shaking as I get the email, hopefully with only good news! I really hope that I match and can continue to live with him.
 
Childdoconeday said:
I'm going to be next to my husband as I open it. I imagine i'll be shaking as I get the email, hopefully with only good news! I really hope that I match and can continue to live with him.
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Hm, good question. Definitely my husband first, unless he's asleep or something. Then a text to my advisor. A quick update to a group of my closest friends that I chat with regularly. And then after? Well, I'm meeting with my supervisor first thing in the morning so it's just logical that she'll find out next. And then whenever I have time throughout the day I'll update the Facebook world and SDN. 😉 And then in the evening, a call to family to let them know the news since they've been waiting to hear.
 
WisNeuro said:
I'm more commenting on the people who are calling the match ranking to release date ridiculous. It serves a very big purpose. And, being nervous is perfectly acceptable. Letting the anxiety/nervousness take over your life, not so much. There are many more stressful things in life, and in grad school. Start cultivating healthy coping now 🙂
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Seems as though the comment was then directly in response to my comment! Sorry If I annoyed you WisNeuro! Like others have mentioned, I use this outlet as a safe space to vent-I still attend practicum, work, and have a wonderful support network. I am very aware that there are things in life far more stressful than this, but seeing that this is a group of individuals going through a similar process, I have found it very comforting to find that there are others out there who can relate to what I'm going through. At the end of the day, this is an incredibly stressful situation and as we look toward match day, that anxiety is naturally increasing.

Hoping everyone is doing well and soon we will know-best of luck everyone!
 
Is anyone planning on sharing on here where they matched? I noticed on the thread from last year that the majority of people just stated they matched and to what number. I can understand wanting to continue being completely anonymous in this process but was curious what everyone's thoughts are. I think it would be cool to see if someone on here is going to be alongside us next year. I think I'll probably just post what state I matched to and let people PM me if they are matched in the same state and then we can figure out site from there.
 
DontDissTheDiss said:
Hm, good question. Definitely my husband first, unless he's asleep or something. Then a text to my advisor. A quick update to a group of my closest friends that I chat with regularly. And then after? Well, I'm meeting with my supervisor first thing in the morning so it's just logical that she'll find out next. And then whenever I have time throughout the day I'll update the Facebook world and SDN. 😉 And then in the evening, a call to family to let them know the news since they've been waiting to hear.
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You are so nice. I will probably just wake up my fiancé if he is still sleeping 😉
 
heartdignan said:
Is anyone planning on sharing on here where they matched? I noticed on the thread from last year that the majority of people just stated they matched and to what number. I can understand wanting to continue being completely anonymous in this process but was curious what everyone's thoughts are. I think it would be cool to see if someone on here is going to be alongside us next year. I think I'll probably just post what state I matched to and let people PM me if they are matched in the same state and then we can figure out site from there.
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Hm, that seems like a reasonable strategy. I'll have to mull it over a bit.

AppsAintNoThang said:
My partner has no chance of staying asleep.. 🙂
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Alright, you guys! I guess he's going to get woken up whether he likes it or not. 😀 If I had more time, I'd set up some elaborate thing where he'd have to find clues as to where I matched. And see how long it takes him to figure out. Sadly I can't do that. Oh well.
 
As to who I'm sharing it with:

My partner is going to go into work late that morning to be there with me, and then he's going to take me out for a chill dinner out-If I get good news, we are going to get a big group together to celebrate...if bad news, it will be just us.

Definitely going to contact my supervisors by phone as soon as I find out, they have been amazing throughout this process and I am very thankful for them 🙂 Also the fam!

As to sharing it on here:

I feel like you all have been so sweet, supportive, and such a great resource I definitely plan to share whether or not I match with you all. As to where specifically, I would prefer to PM that info as the anonymity is part of what makes this place feel so safe for posting. 🙂
 
Hi all! Just wanted to wish you all the best of luck and say thank you! I was cruising along using avoidance coping until yesterday, when my cohort did post doc match and I learned that many are coming back to the Bay (and im most likely leaving), so I started to get pretty sad and anxious, but now think I'm ready for what comes. I'm actually not sure how many things in life are more stressful than being assigned a city to move to (often with family) where you are expected to survive on less than the living wage and excel career-wise, without the option of negotiating any of your employment terms. Thats pretty darn stressful! But I'm lucky to have you all for validation and support!
 
DontDissTheDiss said:
Hm, good question. Definitely my husband first, unless he's asleep or something. Then a text to my advisor. A quick update to a group of my closest friends that I chat with regularly. And then after? Well, I'm meeting with my supervisor first thing in the morning so it's just logical that she'll find out next. And then whenever I have time throughout the day I'll update the Facebook world and SDN. 😉 And then in the evening, a call to family to let them know the news since they've been waiting to hear.
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Ha...you're not calling your family until the evening? I'll be texting/calling them first!
 
I'm curious to hear how people are sharing the news with their peers in their cohorts. Emailing/texting each other? Waiting for your DCT to share the news for you?
 
Anxiety has kicked in

maybe thats why i can't sleep right now

wonder what its gonna be like tomorrow night
 
kohutian said:
I feel like you all have been so sweet, supportive, and such a great resource
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I feel the same. Thanks for being such a great community, everyone! I'm glad that we could share this stressful experience together. Hope that tomorrow, everyone congratulates themselves for the huge accomplishment of getting through interviews and Phase I, no matter what happens. :claps:
 
PhDToBe said:
Ha...you're not calling your family until the evening? I'll be texting/calling them first!
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Nope, I won't have time until I get home from my site. 🙂 They don't text and it's more likely they will be awake and available to talk later in the day.

Edit: I should also mention that it is very unlikely that they remember tomorrow is Match Day. I will probably have to also explain the process to them for the fourteenth time. So, they're not at the edge of their seats or anything.
 
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healthpsych5 said:
I'm curious to hear how people are sharing the news with their peers in their cohorts. Emailing/texting each other? Waiting for your DCT to share the news for you?
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Facebook is definitely the medium of choice for the majority of people in my program. I had to just take a FB sabbatical last year when I didn't match. When I didn't share any news about matching, there was an onslaught of PM's from well-intentioned people. It was exhausting, especially while trying to also drum up enthusiasm to be happy for those that matched. So I had to take a social media break for a while. I just wish I had done it sooner.
 
good luck, everyone. i found this thread to be immensely helpful over the last few months AND it gave me something to obsessively check other than interview invites ; )

you all will be as successful as you want no matter where you land, seriously. many people take this stuff way too seriously… big picture guys, big picture. chins up!
 
It's been said before, and I will say it again... Good luck everyone! I hope all of our dreams for tomorrow unfold. And, hey, life will go on regardless. We've made it this far, we can keep going.

Also, I am deeply saddened and distracted by the news that Oliver Sacks is dying. Beautiful piece written by him in the NYT: http://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/19/opinion/oliver-sacks-on-learning-he-has-terminal-cancer.html?_r=1

Life is short. Strip away the inessential. Do what is important for you to have a full, meaningful life.
 
What time are people setting their alarms for tomorrow morning? [doubtful Ill even sleep)... In other words, at what time, should one expect THE email?
Best of luck to all

ps- Are people posting where they matched on the forum?
pps- sorry if I am re-asking questions
 
Hi guys! Just wanted to say thank you to those of you who've so willingly shared your thoughts and feelings throughout this process. I haven't participated at all in this thread aside from sending my interview invitations/rejections to the person who started it. I'm often not sure of what convo is currently taking place, what questions have been asked, etc., but this thread has been HUGELY helpful to check in on for periodic validation. You guys have been so supportive and reassuring, not only to each other, but to the silent observers among us as well 😉

Best of luck to everyone tomorrow! Let the hourly countdown continue!
 
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