Is anyone else applying for EIS? I was happy they created the informational webinars this year, they have been very helpful!
EIS 2022
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I wonder how the pandemic has changed/will change the program, as well as applicant numbers! It seemed like there were a lot of people on the informational webinar I was on, but I don’t have a sense of how many applicants there usually are
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What is EIS?
It’s an applied epidemiology fellowship! More info Here
There's some info on the website about applicant numbers, but I don't think the pandemic will affect this cohort too much. We wouldn't matriculate until July 2022, and, hopefully, COVID emergency ops will be done by then!
I just need to finish crafting the personal statement bits. I wish I knew the right things to say.
Opposite for me - I never reach the word count and then feel like I've never written enough.
Hello again, everyone! I hope that your applications are going well. Can anyone share with me what you will see when a recommendation goes in? Will there be something that says "received" or something? Do I have to have submitted my application to see that sort of information? Thank you!
Yes- it turns green and says “completed” with the date and time it was submitted!
Okay, I'll answer my own post. I just submitted, and in the email confirmation, it says: "Please note, all recommendations must be received by June 11, 2021, 11:59 p.m. (ET) or your application may not be considered."
Congrats on submitting! Now I guess we get to obsessively check the portal every day.
On a positive note, during Friday’s conference they did announce that due to pandemic $ they are “expanding the program” so hopefully that means more spots!
Yes, I was intrigued by that, but they didn't say anything else!
Hm not sure- but I did open an application last year and ultimately decided to wait until this year to apply, and I think I got an email after it was due as well saying we had one more week to turn it in. I turned mine in before the application date this year so I didn't see it this year
Hi everyone! I applied too. Also obsessively checking. I didn't know about them increasing funding this year so I am hopeful about that! What conference did they announce that in? The class size has slowly gotten smaller over time so it's nice to see them finally going in the other direction (I hope). I also didn't know about the August 15 date for announcing interviews in the past so at least that gives us a specific date to look forward to. What is everyone's background? I am a veterinarian with an MPH, graduated from Tufts for both in 2019.
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Hello all! I am also a first time applicant. I am an MD, complete residency, currently doing MPH to be completed May 2022. Website says strongly encouraged to have MPH at the time of application. Not sure how strict this is. Anyone in the same situation?
I'm in a similar situation (but RN not MD)- I am hoping my public health background helps, but hard to say!
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Thanks for responding! Hoping for the best !
It was mentioned in the EIS conference
Thanks!
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Have any other applicants received an email asking to participate in a qualitative interview to provide feedback about the application process for EIS 2022? I saw something with "EIS" pop up in my inbox and my heart stopped for a second! I imagine others had this moment as well and just wanted to validate this nerve-racking waiting process.
The only other helpful bit from that email is that it mentions that invitations for selection interviews are to be sent mid-August (which we all already anticipated from previous years! but still-- confirmation!). Given the on/around August 15th date applicants in the previous years heard back about interviews.. I guess the Friday before the 15th (August 13) for this year! Good luck everyone!!
The only other helpful bit from that email is that it mentions that invitations for selection interviews are to be sent mid-August (which we all already anticipated from previous years! but still-- confirmation!). Given the on/around August 15th date applicants in the previous years heard back about interviews.. I guess the Friday before the 15th (August 13) for this year! Good luck everyone!!
I had the same reaction!
Me too! And then it was like, THIS IS NOT WHAT YOU WANT, lol. I replied within two hours, but all the interview slots were already taken.
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Anxious! Likely end of the week. Good luck!!
I am assuming invites will go out on Friday?
😬Oh, man, I checked the app site yesterday, and it was down for maintenance. I thought maybe today would be the day, but alas...
And on into the afternoon, past 1pm EDT... perhaps it will be next week. Have a great weekend, y'all!
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Just after 5pm EST I got a "not invited to interview" email and online application portal was also updated. All the best to those who are moving on to interviews and also to those who submitted applications regardless of the outcome! Be safe and well everyone!
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Hi all! I got an email on Friday with an invitation to interview in September, so excited! I'm a veterinarian with some clinical experience and some public health experience. Currently completing my MPH. I was wondering if anyone here interviewed virtually last year and has any tips or would be willing to share about their experience?
Similar background but I'm an RN. I wish I had any tips about interviewing... would love to hear some!
I was invited to interview! For those who are curious, I am a veterinarian with an MPH, and I completed them together as a dual degree program. I graduated in 2019 and have 2 years clinical experience but have not yet really worked in the public health field. While doing my MPH I did a 2-month externship at CDC and did several shorter public health focused externships with USDA, NIH, and the National Park Service. I also did public health focused research with my university while in veterinary school. It helped to have people to source from those areas for reference letters. One of my references was an EIS officer previously.
Crossing my fingers and best of luck to everyone! For those who didn't get to interview, don't give up! If you are passionate about this field, it needs you!
Crossing my fingers and best of luck to everyone! For those who didn't get to interview, don't give up! If you are passionate about this field, it needs you!
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That sounds stressful! Hopefully like you said since the email said tonight, all will be fine.
Yes - already they responded and let me know all was well! Don't worry if you get the same error message. They also said it was okay to only list 3 dates and they would make it work, but they want you to explain your circumstances if this is necessary.
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Same thing happened to me. All worked out though. They were surprisingly friendly in their response when I told them I wasn't able to choose five times/days.
I too would love some interview tips. It's been at least 100 years since I had an interview.
I'm hoping the zoom calls they sent out will be helpful! It's definitely nerve-wracking.
