US Department of Veterans Affairs
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Interviewing at US Department of Veterans Affairs

See what people said about the interview process at US Department of Veterans Affairs.

Interview experience

Based on 2,175 interviews
Favorable

Interview difficulty

Based on 3,273 interviews
Medium

Interview process length

Based on 2,759 interviews
More than one month

Interview process at US Department of Veterans Affairs

Overall experience

On a scale of 1-10 where 1 is Poor and 10 is Excellent, rating is 7.

On a scale of 1-10 where 1 is Easy and 10 is Difficult, rating is 5.

Interview process length
More than one month
50%
About a month
17%
About two weeks
14%
About a week
11%
About a day or two
9%
Most reported steps
Not enough data
Least reported steps
Not enough data

What candidates say about the interview process at US Department of Veterans Affairs

  • The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center interview process is very personable. In addition to managers, staff of all disciplines conduct client interviews.
    Shared on September 9, 2023 - Inventory Management Specialist - 2002 HOLCOMBE BOULEVARD
  • Interview process was typical- asked the typical questions: did give false reassurance about job growth opportunities.
    Shared on June 9, 2023 - Registered Nurse - Martinsburg, WV
  • Group interview where there will be 3-5 people asking you various scenario questions.
    Shared on May 24, 2023 - Social Worker - Mental Health
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Interview questions at US Department of Veterans Affairs

Commonly asked questions, as reported by candidates

  • Assignment
    Shared on June 15, 2023 - Private Caregiver - 1748 Hanover Street
  • where do you see yourself in 5 years? What contribution can you give to the company?
    Shared on June 9, 2023 - Registered Nurse - Martinsburg, WV
  • Am I dependable and be to work on time
    Shared on April 27, 2023 - CWT (Physical Therapy) - Buffalo, NY

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The first interview at US Department of Veterans Affairs

How candidates got an interview
  • Other online job site30%
  • Other21%
  • Employee referral14%
  • Recruiter contacted me9%
  • Paper application8%

How candidates received their first interview at US Department of Veterans Affairs

  • I applied in 1993, and my application stayed on file for a year and I was called in for an interview for an urgent care and I got the job!
    Shared on May 10, 2022 - Family Nurse Practitioner - Palo Alto, CA
  • From a person that was running the Mental Health Programs.
    Shared on April 8, 2020 - Addictions Counselor - Omaha, NE
  • Completed USA JOBS, job application and applied with it.
    Shared on January 2, 2020 - Health Science Specialist - Canandaigua, NY

What candidates say about the interview preparation at US Department of Veterans Affairs

  • Be prepared to give answers to different scenarios.
    Shared on May 24, 2023 - Social Worker - Mental Health
  • Go in confident and honest. If you have a background in logistics the interview is a breeze.
    Shared on May 17, 2023 - Medical Supply Technician - Little Rock, AR
  • Look up their interview questions on their website they ask all scenario questions no basic questions
    Shared on May 4, 2023 - Health Technician - Wilmington, DE

How long does it take to get an interview after you apply at US Department of Veterans Affairs?

  • After tests and training 20 days
    Shared on June 15, 2023 - Private Caregiver - 1748 Hanover Street
  • Up to a few months
    Shared on March 1, 2023 - Nurse Manager - Gainesville, FL
  • About a month
    Shared on October 31, 2022 - CNA - Reno, NV

Common questions about interviewing at US Department of Veterans Affairs

Answered by current and former US Department of Veterans Affairs employees