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Updated Sep 21, 2023
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Anonymous Employee
I applied online. I interviewed at International Rescue Committee
It was very straightforward, the interviewer asked simple questions in a clear manner. It was both professional and conversational, they seemed like they wanted me to succeed and present myself as best as possible.
- What is one of your strengths?

Anonymous Interview Candidate
I applied online. I interviewed at International Rescue Committee
The interview process moved very fast. I felt kept in the loop during the process and the person who interviewed me was very professional and cordial. I really enjoyed my interview and all of the questions I asked were addressed.
- Tell me about yourself and why are you interested in applying here?

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Brussels
I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (Brussels)
First step: 4-HOUR LONG assignment (German listening comprehension, Excel exercise with Pivot and data processing) Second step: interview with regular questions Third step: getting ghosted for 1 month after getting told the answer would come one week after the interview
- Q: Haben Sie Erfahrungen mit europäischen Spendern?

Anonymous Employee in Richmond, VA
I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (Richmond, VA)
we did two rounds of interviews. interview process is very easy and straightforward. done screening over the phone first then the second interview which was with direct supervisor and casework manager
- Tell me about yourself, how does this role align with your career goals?

Anonymous Employee
I interviewed at International Rescue Committee
It was first document screening and then department head calls you for phone interview. Not that difficult, they just wanted to see if you have background knowledge of basic things about the position you applied.
- What do you know about UN HCR refugee policy? Why are you interested in this position? What do you know about this position?

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Atlanta, GA
I applied online. I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (Atlanta, GA) in Aug 2023
It was pretty easy going. I was first told about the position and what I'd be doing throughout my time. It was online - one on one. It was about 20-30 minutes maximum.
- What sets you apart from others ?

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Brussels
I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (Brussels)
Complicated interview that requires a holistic knowledge of asylum and migration. Pretty demanding for a traineeship based on the fact that you're already completed a written test. Written test was easy and a bit abstract. In the interview panel it was 3 people and it was very formal. They responded declining the offer months later when they said they would in a week.
- EU readmission agreements, current challenges

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Sacramento, CA
I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (Sacramento, CA)
They require covid 19 vaccine, no exception. The interview was online, there were some scenario questions, why you are interested in this position. The good thing the position is hybrid( you work from home and 2-3 days in the office).
- Your experience Scenario questions how to help people with mental problems

Anonymous Employee in London, England
I applied online. I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (London, England)
Two stage interview with two different panels. Mix of competency based and technical questions. For one of the interviews it was required to present to the panel on a topic provided in advance.
- Can you give an example of where you dealt with adversity?

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Denver, CO
I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at International Rescue Committee (Denver, CO) in Jul 2023
Disappointing that IRC has no ability to communicate after 2 interviews with status as a candidate for the position, and that follow-up/thank you emails were ignored. Relieved to see true colors before becoming an employee.
- Interview #2 was awkward, I was on video but no one else was...
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Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at International Rescue Committee as 72.3% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2.61 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and Training Specialist rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Senior Program Manager and Major Gifts Officer roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at International Rescue Committee takes an average of 29.49 days when considering 393 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Project Manager had the quickest hiring process (on average 1 day), whereas Workforce Specialist roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 240 days).
Common stages of the interview process at International Rescue Committee according to 393 Glassdoor interviews include:
Phone Interview: 26.39%
One on One Interview: 20.05%
Drug Test: 12.93%
Group Panel Interview: 12.40%
Presentation: 10.95%
Background Check: 6.46%
Skills Test: 4.22%
IQ Intelligence Test: 3.30%
Other: 1.98%
Personality Test: 1.32%
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Senior Manager 1
Nope, I don't have any. Why do you ask, OP? Are you planning to apply for a role?