The following is a list of common interview questions for you to think about and prepare answers to for your next interview. If you need assistance in answering these questions, please contact the Career Development Center and schedule an appointment with the Placement Counselor or the Career Counselor.

Tell me about yourself.

What are your strengths? Your weaknesses?

In what ways have you been a leader?

Why did you choose your major? Or, this profession?

How does your previous experience relate to this position?

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Tell me about how you resolved a conflict you had with a supervisor or a professor.

What do you know about our company/organization?

Do you have any actual work experience in this field?

How do you evaluate success?

What accomplishments have given you the most satisfaction in your life?

Would you rather work with information or with people?

Are you a team player?

What motivates you?

Why should I hire you?

Are you a goal-oriented person?

What do you see yourself doing five years from now?

Do you handle pressure well?

Why is your GPA not higher?

How much training do you think you'll need to become a productive employee?

Why are you interested in our company/organization?

Is money important to you?

What qualities do you think a successful manager should have?

Are you willing to relocate?

Why should we hire you?

Do you have any questions for us/me?

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Last updated: January 7, 2005