U.S. Medical Residency Mock Interviews

Ace your U.S. residency interviews with personalized mock sessions led by experienced physicians, former program directors, clinical faculty and current residents. Whether you are applying through ERAS, SOAP or reapplying after a previous cycle, we help you shine.

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Why Future Doctors Trust InterviewBuddy

Real Physician Interviewers

Practice with MDs and DOs who’ve sat on real selection committees at leading U.S. institutions.

Residency-Specific Coaching

Tailored prep for Internal Medicine, Family Med, Psych, Surgery, TY, Med-Peds, OB-GYN and more.

High Match Rate

90%+ of users matched into one of their top three programs.

For U.S. Grads, IMGs & Reapplicants

We serve AMGs, Caribbean med grads, international doctors and those applying through SOAP.

What to Expect in a Mock Interview

1-on-1, video-based virtual session (30–60 minutes)

Custom clinical + behavioral questions based on your specialty

Real-time feedback, confidence scoring & STAR coaching

Optional SOAP / MMI / Multiple Mini Interview prep

Don’t Just Rely on AI. Practice With Real Humans.

While AI tools are useful, residency interview success demands clinical reasoning, communication skills and presence. Our physician-led mocks simulate the real pressure and nuances of your actual interviews.

"Chatbots don’t prepare you for ethical questions or patient empathy scenarios. InterviewBuddy helped me get real." — Lucas K., Reapplicant

We Support Interviews for All Major U.S. Medical Residency Roles & Specialties

Ideal For

4th-Year U.S. MD & DO students

International Medical Graduates (IMGs)

Reapplicants & Non-traditional candidates

Students applying via ERAS, SOAP or Match Day (NRMP)

How It Works (in 4 Easy Steps)

Step 1 – Choose Your Specialty & Focus

Select the type of residency program you're applying to - Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine or others. Whether it’s SOAP prep, behavioral questions or MMIs - we’ve got you covered.

Step 2 – Upload Your Application Materials

Share your ERAS application, personal statement and the program(s) you're targeting. This helps us tailor the session to your goals, story and key differentiators.

Step 3 – Get Matched with a Residency Expert

We’ll assign you an expert - a physician, program director or recently matched resident, who knows what programs are really looking for.

Step 4 – Attend the Session & Review Your Insights

Join your 1:1 mock interview on InterviewBuddy’s browser-based platform. After the session, you’ll receive personalized feedback, actionable takeaways and a session recording to review and improve.

Simulate your real residency interview with clinical faculty, not just generic advice. Your white coat deserves the right match

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Preparing for USMLE? Start Strong, Finish Confident.

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FAQs

What is a medical residency mock interview and how does it help me?

A residency mock interview simulates the structure and pressure of a real U.S. residency interview. It helps you refine answers, avoid common mistakes and learn to present your clinical skills and personal story with confidence.

Who conducts the residency mock interviews?

All sessions are conducted by physicians, program directors, faculty members or recently matched residents familiar with the current U.S. residency interview landscape.

Do you support international medical graduates (IMGs)?

Yes. We work with hundreds of IMGs annually, helping them navigate cultural nuances, highlight rotations and explain gaps in education or U.S. experience.

Which specialties can I practice mock interviews for?

We support all major specialties including IM, TY, Psych, Peds, Neuro, Anesthesiology, OB-GYN, Gen Surg, EM, Pathology, Radiology and combined programs like Med-Peds.

Can I get help preparing for the SOAP round?

Absolutely. We have urgent-turnaround mock interview slots tailored to the SOAP timeline. These are intense, fast-paced simulations to help you succeed under pressure.

Will the mock interview cover ethical dilemmas and situational scenarios?

Yes. We simulate both traditional interviews and MMI (Multiple Mini Interviews), covering patient ethics, diversity questions, teamwork and conflict resolution—core areas in many interviews.

Can I practice using my ERAS application or personal statement?

Yes. You can share your ERAS application, personal statement and program list in advance so we tailor the mock interview to match your strengths, weaknesses and fit.

Can I book multiple sessions?

Yes. Many applicants book 2–3 sessions to practice clinical vs. behavioral questions, different specialties or post-interview follow-up prep.

How soon can I book and attend a mock residency interview?

You can book a session 48 hours in advance. If you need emergency help close to an interview date, our On-Demand Slots (ODS) allow for last-minute scheduling.