Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the status of applications for the DoE CCI Summer 2021 Internships, with participants sharing their experiences and concerns regarding the lack of responses from labs. The conversation touches on the potential impact of COVID-19 on the application process and the general uncertainty surrounding internship offers.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
- Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- Some participants report not having heard back from any labs regarding their applications, raising concerns about delays possibly related to COVID-19.
- Others suggest that the application process may be slower this year compared to previous years, with some speculating that labs are comparing applicants with in-house internships.
- A participant mentions that some labs may be waiting for paperwork to be processed, indicating that a lack of response does not necessarily reflect a negative outcome.
- One participant shares their experience of receiving an offer from Fermilab after being redirected from their first choice, suggesting that opportunities may still arise even without initial contact.
- Concerns are expressed about the normalcy of the lack of updates at this stage in the application process, with references to past experiences of others who faced similar situations.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally express uncertainty and concern regarding the lack of communication from labs, with no consensus on whether this is typical for the application process. Multiple competing views exist about the reasons for the delays and the implications for applicants.
Contextual Notes
Some participants note that their applications are still marked as "complete and pending review," highlighting the ambiguity in the timeline for responses. There are also references to individual circumstances, such as academic backgrounds and previous experiences, which may influence the application outcomes.