Internal Medicine Residency Mock Interview
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Question 12 of 40
What do you like to do for fun?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
Your interviewers will pose some questions to get to know you personally throughout your time with them. They want to get a feel for who you are and what motivates you. They also ask this question to make sure that you partake in activities outside of your schooling that help recharge, both physically and mentally.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I love watching and playing basketball and football. I am a big fan of true crime shows and documentaries on Netflix. I also love to whittle little figurines out of wood, such as a two-inch tall penguin I am currently working on."
Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
This question is more likely to be asked by senior residents than attendings. This question asks what is unique about you as a person. Pick some popular activities to show that you would get along with the current residents, as well as some uncommon activities to project yourself as a unique and memorable person. Expect follow-up questions about your interests.
"I enjoy reading, cooking, and traveling. When not working or studying, I try to enjoy being around friends and family, and I really like being able to cook a big meal for them so we can sit around the table together and talk."
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I enjoy motorcycling, and hiking. I find both of these activities to be therapeutic and stress-relieving. I've also recently taken up boxing. I love watching comedy- Seinfeld! I like to visit museums when I have the chance.
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Seinfeld is the best! :) The variety of interests you mention shows that you're a well-rounded, active, and cultured individual. Nice!
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