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MD Program

Services and Special Events

MS4 Mock Interviews

  • To help students prepare for the upcoming residency application and interview cycle, we offer virtual mock interviews with UNC School of Medicine faculty. This is a valuable opportunity to practice your interview skills in a supportive, low-pressure environment while receiving both verbal and written feedback to guide your preparation. Students have consistently shared positive feedback about this experience, and participation is highly encouraged.
  • Each mock interview will last approximately 30 minutes, and faculty will complete an electronic evaluation form for each student. Please plan to participate from the location where you intend to conduct your actual interviews, and dress as you would for a real residency interview.
  • Sign-Ups for Mock Interviews are typically offered to students in August. The interviews are held September – October.
  • Once you are paired with the interviewer, you will be responsible for sending out an Outlook calendar request, zoom link, as well as your updated CV and specialty choice.
  • The most comprehensive interview resource, including common interview questions, is the AAMC guide: AAMC interview resource

Electives Counseling with Deans

Are you unsure which electives to choose or how they align with your career goals? Meet one-on-one or in group sessions with a Student Affairs Dean for personalized guidance on elective selection. These sessions are designed to help you make informed decisions based on your interests, specialty considerations, and residency planning. Whether you’re exploring options or narrowing down choices, the Deans can offer valuable insights and help you create a schedule that supports both your academic success and long-term goals. Sessions are offered late September – early November. Please contact Sandy Williams for scheduling links.

Application Phase Career Day

  • Held in August, Career Day is tailored for Application Phase students who are approximately halfway through their core clerkship year. The day begins with a morning session that provides a high-level overview of the residency Match process and guidance on Individualization Phase course selection and scheduling. Career Goal Advisors, general Advisors, and Faculty are welcome—and encouraged—to attend this session, which is a required component for all students.
  • In the afternoon, we offer specialty-specific breakout sessions, giving students the opportunity to connect with residents and faculty from the fields that interest them most. With over 30 specialties available—including options for those interested in Couples Matching, the MD/MBA and MD/MPH dual degree programs, the Undecided path, Leaves of Absence, Alternative Medical Careers, and Military service—Career Day is a valuable opportunity for students to explore diverse career paths and gain meaningful insights into their future options.

Application Phase Career Development Series

  • Designed to support and prepare MS3 students for the residency application cycle, the series involves three days and includes morning professional development workshops with afternoon exploration. The series also includes Career Day.
  • Students can except sessions that include Careers in Medicine (CiM), MSPE/Noteworthy Characteristics, Competitive Specialty Advising, CV Workshop, Writing Personal Statements, Scheduling Blocks 1-4, VSLO Preview/Aways, MSPE Process/Final Adjectives, Texas STAR and Signaling, Residency Program Director Panel Discussion, LORs and Interview Workshop, Step 2 Studying and Overview, and Career Counseling-Career Goal Advisors Website Resources.
  • 2025-2026 Career Development Series
  • Career Development Series Flyer

Career Opportunity Services Sessions (COSS)

  • During the 18-month Foundation Phase (preclinical curriculum), each specialty that students can match into will host a one-hour introductory session. These sessions provide an opportunity to meet faculty and residents, ask questions, and begin building professional connections.
  • Between August-May, the specialties, as listed on our Career Goal Advising site, will be held on certain Thursdays from Noon-1 pm.
  • Foundation Phase students may register for the Fall and Spring release. Sessions are recorded and uploaded to the Career Goal Advising site under each specialty.

Advisory College Lunch Sessions

  • Several times each semester, the Advisory College hosts lunchtime sessions for first-, second-, and third-year students. These gatherings take place on select Thursdays from 12:00–1:00 PM, with room locations to be announced. Each session is tailored to address topics relevant to your stage in medical school, featuring insights from more senior students who share their experiences and advice. The sessions conclude with an open discussion—an opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, or simply connect with peers.
  • Lunch is provided; we just ask that you bring your own beverage. Please refer to the academic calendar for specific dates and locations. We look forward to seeing you there!

Meetings with Advisors

  • Students have seven mandatory meetings with their advisors. Additional meetings can be scheduled with advisors as needed via phone, via email, or in person at any time
  • Advisor Meeting Roadmap