Interesting, all from different GPs.
World Bank Group YPP 2023
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Just out of curiosity, how many references do they usually request? One from each employer/university? Or they say we want x number of references and you decide where it is from.
You decide where they’re from - they request 3 when you apply initially and 6 after the interview round if it goes well.
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Just out of curiosity, how many references do they usually request? One from each employer/university? Or they say we want x number of references and you decide where it is from.
Are you talking about during the technical review or after the interview stage? 3 and 6 respectively, for the tech it's up to you but if still enrolled in a PhD one should be your supervisor.
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Just out of curiosity, how many references do they usually request? One from each employer/university? Or they say we want x number of references and you decide where it is from.
You decide where they’re from - they request 3 when you apply initially and 6 after the interview round if it goes well.
Thanks. I guess ref ppl are only contacted once you have an offer or likely to get one? Otherwise it might be tricky to get a reference from current employer.
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Just out of curiosity, how many references do they usually request? One from each employer/university? Or they say we want x number of references and you decide where it is from.
You decide where they’re from - they request 3 when you apply initially and 6 after the interview round if it goes well.
Thanks. I guess ref ppl are only contacted once you have an offer or likely to get one? Otherwise it might be tricky to get a reference from current employer.
No, both ref requests are before you receive an offer.