osdad

One of our Senators is allocating all of 10 minutes to each of the candidates seeking his nomination. Is this usual? On the surface it seems awfully short for the potential impact the outcome could hold for these young people.

Luigi59

More than likely, it sounds like the interview is just a formality, just icing on a cake that has already been frosted.

When the transcripts, class rank, SAT/ACT scores, and essays have already been reviewed, some MOCs reach a decision without any interview at all.

Every Senator and Representative can choose their nominees any way they wish, there are no rules that they must follow, it's all up to the individual member.

jscam87

The Congressional options include NO interview. In this case you at least can present yourself. Consider it another opportunity to excel. You are doing well. Prepare and good luck!

packermatt7

I had one that lasted around 15 minutes, and another that was around 20 I believe. Most nerve-wracking time of my life.

momoftwins

Sounds pretty typical. Just because it's a short time, doesn't mean you don't need to prepare though.

Whistle Pig

I concur w/ Luigi. Be prepared to do your best in 10 minutes with the assumption it matters. Even tho it may be purely politics, a pleasant way to press some constituency flesh, meet some great kids, keep the grumbling that "my Senator didn't even bother ...".

momoftwins

Also, please keep in mind that the MOC's are typically not at all part of the interview process. They usually have a committee with this responsibility.

lotrjedi13

I had an interview that lasted only 5 minutes. The longest one I had was 15-20 minutes.

fencersmother

My sons never met their MOC or Senator. Their interviews were with a panel of current and former officers. Each required a short speech then they sprung a controversial question on them to see how they thought on their feet. Stressfilled but over in just a few minutes.

Even though it is short, please remember to dress appropriately.