We will be talking with several great applicants about joining our pediatric residency program. Why should we choose you over another prospective resident with the same qualifications?
Every match season, your team of interviewers interviews the best and brightest dental students to match into their pediatric dentistry residency program. Each of these talented candidates likely has stellar grades and the drive and potential to become a practicing dentist. Your interviewers want to hear your best sales pitch on why you are the best candidate to join their pediatric dentistry residency.
"I believe I am the strongest candidate for your pediatric dentistry residency program because I am incredibly dedicated to being a life-changing and impactful pediatric dentist. This has been a dream of mine for a long time and I've spent my years in undergraduate studies and dental school volunteering in many settings working with kids that range from infants to high school age. I'm confident that you won't talk to another candidate that has the passion and drive to be a life-changing pediatric dentist than me."
Before your interview, put some serious thought into what makes you a unique candidate for this pediatric dental residency program. Knowing that competition is annually the most fierce for the pediatric subspecialty, you want to give your best sales pitch to your interviewers. Recent volunteer work, a personal connection to the training program, a personal story of winning in the face of defeat, an additional advanced degree, or proof that you are willing to go above and beyond to further your education and future career as a pediatric dentist can all present you as a standout candidate. No matter how you answer this question, be sure to speak with passion and desire.
