Questions about your Qualifications

>>>What can you do for us that someone else can't do?
>>>What qualifications do you have that relate to the position?
>>>What new skills or capabilities have you developed recently?
>>>Give me an example from a previous job where you've shown initiative.
>>>What have been your greatest accomplishments recently?
>>>What is important to you in a job?
>>>What motivates you in your work?
>>>What have you been doing since your last job?
>>>What qualities do you find important in a coworker?

Questions about your Career Goals

>>>What would you like to being doing five years from now?
>>>How will you judge yourself successful? How will you achieve success?
>>>What type of position are you interested in?
>>>How will this job fit in your career plans?
>>>What do you expect from this job?
>>>Do you have a location preference?
>>>Can you travel?
>>>What hours can you work?
>>>When could you start?

Questions about your Work Experience

>>>What have you learned from your past jobs?
>>>What were your biggest responsibilities?
>>>What specific skills acquired or used in previous jobs relate to this position?
>>>How does your previous experience relate to this position?
>>>What did you like most/least about your last job?
>>>Whom may we contact for references?

Questions about your Education

>>>How do you think your education has prepared you for this position?
>>>What were your favorite classes/activities at school?
>>>Why did you choose your major?
>>>Do you plan to continue your education?

First Impressions

The first impression you make on the interviewer can decide the rest of the interview. It is important that you introduce yourself, shake hands, and be friendly and polite. The first question is often a "breaking the ice" (establish a rapport) type of question. Don't be surprised if the interviewer asks you something like:

• How are you today?
• Did you have any trouble finding us?
• Isn't this great weather we're having?

This type of question is common because the interviewer wants to put you at ease (help you relax). The best way to respond is in a short, friendly manner without going into too much detail. Here is some examples correct responses:

Interviewer: How are you today?

You: I'm fine, thank you. And you?

OR

Interviewer: Did you have any trouble finding us?

You: No, the office isn't too difficult to find.

OR Interviewer: Isn't this great weather we're having?

You: Yes, it's wonderful. I love this time of year.

Interviewer: Did you have any trouble finding us?

You: No, the office isn't too difficult to find.

Here are some examples of incorrect responses:

How are you today?

So, so. I'm rather nervous actually.

OR

Interviewer: Did you have any trouble finding us?

You: As a matter of fact it was very difficult. I missed the exit and had to return via the highway. I was afraid I was going to be late for the interview.

OR Interviewer: Isn't this great weather we're having?

You: Yes, it's wonderful. I can remember this time last year. Wasn't it awful! I thought it would never stop raining!

Interviewer: Did you have any trouble finding us?

You: No, the office isn't too difficult to find.

Date: 2016-03-03; view: 1394