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AI research interviews

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A few weeks ago, I started a new job at OpenAI. This document describes my interview process and lessons learned. If you’re reading this, I assume that you are on the job market or considering a career change, and at least tangentially interested in generative AI and Large Language Models. And if you’re not, I’d encourage you to check out openai.com, and read about our latest research. I hear gpt-5 is not bad ;) Disclaimer: this is NOT a guide to get a job at OpenAI. It only describes my process and learnings interviewing at multiple AI/ML companies. All opinions are my own. Protect your mental and physical health Interviewing is stressful, the stakes are high, and you’ll have moments in which a single 30-minute conversation will change your life dramatically for the better or worse. When you come out on the other side with one or more offers, it’ll all be worth it, but it’ll be rough at times. Make sure you have a support network of friends and family, and don’t underestimate the phys

AI research interviews Bas van Opheusden, Aug 12, 2025 A few weeks ago, I started a new job at OpenAI. This document describes my interview process and lessons learned. If you’re reading this, I assume that you are on the job market or considering a career change, and at least tangentially interested in generative AI and Large Language Models. And if you’re not, I’d encourage you to check out openai.com, and read about our latest research. I hear gpt-5 is not bad ;) Disclaimer: this is NOT a guide to get a job at OpenAI. It only describes my process and learnings interviewing at multiple…

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