List of Possible Job Interview Questions
Getting the call for a job interview is exciting, but it can also be nerve-wracking. Not only do you have to highlight your skills and qualifications, the interview is an opportunity for your potential employer to get to know you and determine whether you're a good fit for the company. Preparing for an interview beforehand and anticipating potential questions will improve your confidence---and maybe help you land the job.
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Questions About You
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"Tell me about yourself." Many interviews begin with this question, so prepare a response that highlights your education and work experience and unique skills. Expect to answer additional questions that will give the interviewer more insight into what makes you tick. The interviewer may ask about your hobbies and activities, or why you chose your college major. Many interviewers ask about your perceived strengths and weaknesses, as well as you short- and long-term career goals. You may also be asked about your previous positions and why you left.
Questions About the Company and Industry
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Always research the company you are interviewing with to prepare for questions relating to your interest in working there and how you can contribute to the firm's overall goals. In some cases, you may be specifically asked about your knowledge of the company and how you would handle specific problems facing the company and industry. You may also be asked what you perceive to be the problems facing the company, or what you think the firm's greatest strengths and weaknesses are.
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Situational Questions
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Situational questions are becoming more common in job interviews. The interviewer may present a hypothetical scenario or problem and ask you to detail how you would handle it. Common scenarios include ethics violations, difficult customers or situations involving team dynamics. Expect to be asked how you have handled challenges in the past, such as projects that did not go as planned or conflicts with co-workers. There also may be questions about your decision-making and problem-solving skills and style. Be prepared to provide specific examples of these skills.
Informational Questions
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Whenever you interview for a job, your primary goal is to convince the interviewer to hire you. Be prepared to answer a direct question about why you are the best person for the job. Also, be prepared to address questions about gaps in your experience, and provide information about how you plan to improve your skills and fill in those gaps. At the end of the interview, you may be given the opportunity to ask questions about the company and the position. Provide more information about your skills and qualifications and anything that may not have been addressed in the rest of the interview.
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