Interview questions

This is a selected list of questions that the employers might ask you during the interview. Prepare and practice! Contact Career Services to schedule a mock interview!

  • Tell me about yourself, what do you like to do in your free time?
  • What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Why do you want to work for this organization?
  • What interests you about this job?
  • What person do you look up to the most?
  • What make you the best candidate for this position?
  • What major challenges have you faced in your life, and how did you handle them?
  • Where do you see yourself in five years?
  • Why did you leave your previous position?
  • Describe your last supervisor; what were his or her strengths and weaknesses?
  • What would be a fair wage for this position?
  • What was the last book you read?
  • If you witnessed a coworker doing something illegal or unethical, what would you do?
  • Are you willing to travel or relocate?
  • What satisfied you most about your previous job?
  • What five adjectives would best describe you?
  • Describe your proudest achievement.
  • Do you have any questions about the position?
  • What are three positive things that your boss would say about you?
  • What separates you from other candidates?

 

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