Just curious to see who going out to state for training.

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MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 53 months ago	I was just curious to see who is going out of state for training or they did how did they enjoyed the training? Excited about joining the team as a field interviewer. Just trying to see what the time frame was for the training ect. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
funny girl in Warrensburg, Missouri 52 months ago	What WESTAT project are you working on? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
silhouettes in Fort Lauderdale, Florida 46 months ago	MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio said: I was just curious to see who is going out of state for training or they did how did they enjoyed the training? Excited about joining the team as a field interviewer. Just trying to see what the time frame was for the training ect. Hi I'm interested in applying for the field interview position, I would like to know if you could give me some feedback regarding training and working on the field. Hows the company and the team members. Thank you. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
funny girl in Warrensburg, Missouri 46 months ago	What project will you be working on? I have worked for Westat for about 8 years and I love it. I have had excellent field supervisors and great team members. I always love it when we have a training. There is a great deal of camaraderie among the team members. It is fun to meet everyone and find out where they are from, etc. You will love it...I hope!!! What project did you say you are working on? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 46 months ago	I enjoy it so much working for Westat! It is flexable my FS is to the pointe and never curt. Training well when I did it I was in CA for 8 days we trained for 8 hours each day it was intense they provided the room and breakfast and we did get our per diem so it was great! Where you headed for training do you know yet? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 46 months ago	I enjoy it so much working for Westat! It is flexable my FS is to the pointe and never curt. Training well when I did it I was in CA for 8 days we trained for 8 hours each day it was intense they provided the room and breakfast and we did get our per diem so it was great! Where you headed for training do you know yet? I am in the Toledo Region! Woohoo team - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 46 months ago	I just started Jan 30th 2009 love it love it love it! - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 46 months ago	Well you make your own hours but you need to work a min 20hours nite weekend when work is available. FS are infomrtive and easy to talk to. Training well pay attention and you will go far! I like dealing with the public so this is a good job for someone that likes the public and can work indepedantly! - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
silhouettes in Fort Lauderdale, Florida 46 months ago	Thanks for all your responses I really appreciate it. I'm just in the application process, and wanted some information regarding the position, and whats like working for Westat. If you guys dont mind i have a couple of more questions regarding the position. MarialovesTexas u state that theres a min of 20 hours nites and weekends when work is available. My question in regards to this statement is. I was in the impresion that the position was a fulltime position! Is theres times when I'm going to be without work which mean no paychecks? They have not explain any of theae yet to me. thank you in advance for your answers. - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No Reply - Report abuse
funny girl in Warrensburg, Missouri 46 months ago	Usually that is the way it is....unless you have some paid position that is salary or something. With my current job I have 3 rounds of work and usually the last week or two of each round I have little or no work...so you have to budget for this....Have a great day. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No (1) Reply - Report abuse
MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 46 months ago	I have about 1 or 2weeks of no work sometimes but during that break I get to spend time with my family. What position are you applying for there are some field interviewers positions that are full time but you may have to travel about 48 weeks or so.The project I am on is called Medical Expenditure Panel Survey household component. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
silhouettes in Fort Lauderdale, Florida 46 months ago	MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio said: I have about 1 or 2weeks of no work sometimes but during that break I get to spend time with my family. What position are you applying for there are some field interviewers positions that are full time but you may have to travel about 48 weeks or so.The project I am on is called Medical Expenditure Panel Survey household component. Yeah I'm applying for the full time position. Thanks for all your answers they have help me a lot. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
solongago in Lyman, South Carolina 45 months ago	" MarialovesTexas" says she's working for Westat in Toledo? Did they reopen in Toledo? I was there when the Toledo office was closed, supposedly permanently, in 2000. Supposedly, I was destined to become a supervisor, then had the rug pulled out from under me. Any of the old crowd back from a decade ago? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 45 months ago	solongago in Lyman, South Carolina said: " MarialovesTexas" says she's working for Westat in Toledo? Did they reopen in Toledo? I was there when the Toledo office was closed, supposedly permanently, in 2000. Supposedly, I was destined to become a supervisor, then had the rug pulled out from under me. Any of the old crowd back from a decade ago? Hi I really don't know who was working here in 2000 I just started in 2009 so I am a newbie. What are you doing now? I love working for Westat. Well thanks - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
solongago in Lyman, South Carolina 45 months ago	So it has reopened in Toledo? When I worked there, they were on Southwyck Blvd., across from the nearly dead mall. They were subletting from, I think Maritz Market Research. I rather enjoyed Westat, showed up more regularly than most of the people there, and got several special projects thrown my way. One of them I was the only one working on, and it was such a small project that it was all done on paper -- no computer. I recall the big surveys were the one for the military calling people 16 to 24 or thereabouts, and one for HHS calling retirees. I don't see any mention on the Westat website that they've restarted the Toledo call center. Their site says: "To be eligible to work as a telephone data collector at one of our Telephone Research Centers, you must live near one of our five centers located in the following cities: * Rockville, MD * Frederick, MD * Sarasota, FL * Sacramento, CA * Merced, CA" No Toledo there. But if Westat has indeed reopened in Toledo, and if they are paying enough to survive, I just may head back up that way. Anything's better than upstate Carolina. Steve.. Reply to solongago@vfemail.net - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Working in San Jose, California 29 months ago	Just accepted a MEPS interviewer postion, wondering if any of you are still working for Westat? Hope if you are that you are still happy! - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No Reply - Report abuse
MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 29 months ago	Yes I still work for Westat I love it the Company! Love the job I do as as an Interviewer and I believe in what we are doing here! Have fun at training! I know you will enjoy it take notes and just follow as it goes alongs! Good luck and welcome! - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Data Collector in Citrus Heights, California 27 months ago	I just applied for a data collector position in Ca. I have tons of questions! Where is training usually held- they said "out of town" in the job description. What is the pay? What is the Wiki people are referring to in the forums? - Was this comment helpful? Yes (1) / No Reply - Report abuse
Irene in Granite Bay, California 26 months ago	Data Collector in Citrus Heights, California said: I just applied for a data collector position in Ca. I have tons of questions! Where is training usually held- they said "out of town" in the job description. What is the pay? What is the Wiki people are referring to in the forums? Hi Data Collector in Citrus Heights. Did you get the job from Westat? I applied for a job back in 2009, and out of the blue they called me three days ago asking if I was interested in a job as a field intervier. I had two phone interviews within 24 hours and they hired me.. Said training is in LA. Are you going? Did you have the same experience as me??? I feel so blessed and surprised... I never even applied for this job... - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Data Collector in Citrus Heights, California 26 months ago	No, I never heard from them. I have since found a better job (I think) I start in 2 weeks. If they call me in 2 years, I will be surprised. I don't know what to make of things right now. I have been unemployed almost a year and suddenly the resume I am sending out is getting responses. Lots of them. It's the very same resume, maybe the economy is improving. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Irene, in Granite Bay, California 26 months ago	Hi, I just accepted a job with Westat and I was hoping you could answer some questions for me... 1) I have to attend training in LA in May. What was your training like? What hotel did you stay at? 2) Do you enjoy working for Westat? 3) After you were told you were hired, what happened after that. They informed me that they are sending a packet for me to fill out. Any information you could provide would be wonderful!! Thanks Again, Irene - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
MarialovesTexas in Oregon, Ohio 26 months ago	Irene, in Granite Bay, California said: Hi, I just accepted a job with Westat and I was hoping you could answer some questions for me... 1) I have to attend training in LA in May. What was your training like? What hotel did you stay at? 2) Do you enjoy working for Westat? 3) After you were told you were hired, what happened after that. They informed me that they are sending a packet for me to fill out. Any information you could provide would be wonderful!! Thanks Again, Irene I stayed in Sheraton in La 2009!~ I love working for WestAT it is awsome! The packet is for payroll and for your id badge. Good luck have fun take good notes and smile! Welcome aboard Maria piernas419@aol.com - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Working in San Jose, California 26 months ago	What job did you get? I started in January, my training was at the LAX Marriott. Training was all day 8-5. They provided bfast and lunch and you were on your own for dinner. Lots of stuff nearby and shuttle service if you wanted to go out. They made the training very interactive, I thought it was really good. I like the job I do for the most part. It is a great part time job, set your own hours and all. Good Luck! - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Irene in Granite Bay, California 26 months ago	I was hired for the NHATS position. Training starts in April and May. I am really looking forward to training :-) - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
funny girl in Warrensburg, Missouri 26 months ago	Irene in Granite Bay, California said: Hi Data Collector in Citrus Heights. Did you get the job from Westat? I applied for a job back in 2009, and out of the blue they called me three days ago asking if I was interested in a job as a field intervier. I had two phone interviews within 24 hours and they hired me.. Said training is in LA. Are you going? Did you have the same experience as me??? I feel so blessed and surprised... I never even applied for this job... What project will you be working on? I will be at the NHATs training. Is that the project?....actuallly I see that it is...I worked on the pilot part of this and it was awesome. Are they having two training sessions? I was not sure. I think I go May2-7 but I also work for the MCBS Medicare survey so that training is a few days before the NHATs for me.... Hope you enjoy it....I really do... - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
funny girl in Warrensburg, Missouri 26 months ago	Hello.... What project are you training for? When are your dates of training? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Irene in Granite Bay, California 26 months ago	I am training for NHATS. There is yep training sessions. I will be attending the May 2-7 session. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Etta in Chatsworth, Georgia 23 months ago	Hello , I just accepted a job with Westat as a Field Interviewer. The training starts in mid August and will be in California. They will be sending me a packet next week. I am aware the project is temporary but was wondering if there are other projects the company considers you for when a project finish ? Thank you in advance for your time. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
paula in Matthews, North Carolina 22 months ago	Etta in Chatsworth, Georgia said: Hello , I just accepted a job with Westat as a Field Interviewer. The training starts in mid August and will be in California. They will be sending me a packet next week. I am aware the project is temporary but was wondering if there are other projects the company considers you for when a project finish ? Thank you in advance for your time. Hi Etta, I am from Charlotte, NC and will also be in California Aug 17. Maybe we can meet up! paula@somallc.com - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Etta in Chatsworth, Georgia 22 months ago	paula in Matthews, North Carolina said: Hi Etta, I am from Charlotte, NC and will also be in California Aug 17. Maybe we can meet up! paula@somallc.com I hope so ! That would be great Paula !! - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Cindy Lou in Northport, Alabama 4 months ago	Going to MD for training on the NAHS January 8-12-13. New to company, excited. Anyone else going out of state for training? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
JH in Lincoln, Nebraska 4 months ago	I am headed for training on MEPS next month. Is each training session for a different survey? In the evenings are we able to get out and stretch our legs? I am looking forward to this survey and the training - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Previous Westat Worker in San Jose, California 4 months ago	When I did the training a few years ago it was from about 8am-5pm. Your nights are free to do what you want! Good Luck! - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Gee in Smyrna, Georgia 4 months ago	I am going to training for the NAHS in MD 01/08/13 also. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Cindy Lou in Northport, Alabama 4 months ago	Gee in Smyrna, Georgia said: I am going to training for the NAHS in MD 01/08/13 also. Excited, I believe I have all the info if you want to send me am email, we can swap info so we are both better prepared. Have you got your lap top yet? Mine is due to be delivered on the 31 st. cindyapperson72@gmail.com - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Gee in Smyrna, Georgia 4 months ago	That sounds great. My email is pghol@bellsouth.net. I received a calendar/journal on yesterday. My laptop is scheduled for the 31st also. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
Dr. Tikki in Glassboro, New Jersey 4 months ago	JH in Lincoln, Nebraska said: I am headed for training on MEPS next month. Is each training session for a different survey? In the evenings are we able to get out and stretch our legs? I am looking forward to this survey and the training Hi I am going to LA California for training on MEPS. Is this where you are going? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
jh in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 4 months ago	Dr. Tikki in Glassboro, New Jersey said: Hi I am going to LA California for training on MEPS. Is this where you are going? Yes, that is where I'm headed. - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse
cloz14 in Gladewater, Texas 4 days ago	Just accepted a Job as an Interviewer for Westat and will start in August with my first training course. does anyone know where the training course will be in August 2013 and Sept 2013? - Was this comment helpful? Yes / No Reply - Report abuse

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Just curious to see who going out to state for training.

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