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The document provides a list of 15 common interview questions with sample answers, as well as additional questions for the interviewee to ask the interviewer. The 15 questions cover topics like telling about yourself, education, career interests, strengths, accomplishments, weaknesses, leadership examples, and goals. The additional questions provide suggestions to learn more about the job responsibilities, company, and next steps in the hiring process.

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The document provides a list of 15 common interview questions with sample answers, as well as additional questions for the interviewee to ask the interviewer. The 15 questions cover topics like telling about yourself, education, career interests, strengths, accomplishments, weaknesses, leadership examples, and goals. The additional questions provide suggestions to learn more about the job responsibilities, company, and next steps in the hiring process.

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Mock Interview Questions

Name:
Date of Interview:
Position interviewing for:

Top 15 Questions You Might Be Asked


All interview questions are really the same question: Why should we hire you? Your task
is to answer them in a way that convinces the potential employer that you are the right
person for the job.

1. Tell me about yourself. This question is often used to break the ice. The important thing to
remember is to keep the answer brief and make sure that it relates to the job.

I am graduating high school student from Holt High School who plans on attending LCC and
transferring in 2 years to some university

2. Tell me about your education. Even though your resume includes this information, some employers
like to learn more. Remember to mention any classes, seminars, workshops, and on-the-job training
you've attended that support your job goals.

I want to eventually build my career in social work

3. Why have you chosen this particular field? Answer this question in a way that illustrates your
enthusiasm for and dedication to your career.

I like to help people in need especially children and families

4. Why are you interested in working for this company? How do you think you will fit into this
operation? State the positive things that you have learned about the company and how they fit with
your career goals. This shows the employer that you cared enough about the interview to prepare for
it.

I am interested in this company because I have done my research and this is a great place to
explore my career

5. How do others describe you? This is another way of asking "How do you think you will fit in?" You
can prepare for this question before the interview by asking friends and/or people you have worked
with how they would describe you.

Intelligent and caring

6. What are your strengths? Or, if you were hired, what ideas/talents could you contribute to the
position or our company? These questions give you an opportunity to sell yourself as the best
candidate for the job. Be sure to show how your strengths could be used on the job and could benefit
the company.

Stay focused and problem solving

7. Give an example of how you solved a problem in the past. It is important to be able to show the
process that you go through when presented with a problem. State the problem and describe the
steps that you followed to reach the solution.
8. What do you consider the most important idea you contributed or your most noteworthy
accomplishment in your last job? Give examples of ways in which you saved the company time or
money or developed an office procedure that improved efficiency.

9. Give an example of a time you showed leadership and initiative. Even if you haven't had the title
of lead worker, supervisor, or manager, give examples of when you recognized a job that needed to
be done and you did it.

10. Give an example of a time you were able to contribute to a team project.If your work experience
did not involve working on a team, use examples of teamwork from other aspects of your life, such as
family projects or community activities.

11. What is your major weakness? Answer this is a positive manner by showing how you overcame a
specific weakness. For example, "In the past, it was difficult for me to accept criticism from my peers.
I have learned to value and solicit this input, however, and it has improved my job performance."

12. Describe your best/worst boss. Be careful not to present a negative picture of any past employers.
If given a choice, always talk about your best boss. If pressed to describe the worst boss, pick a work-
related characteristic that can be stated in a positive way. For example, "I had a supervisor who was
vague when issuing assignments. I learned to ask questions so that I knew what was expected."

13. In a job, what interests you the most/least? Use this question to demonstrate how well you would
fit the job being discussed. When discussing what you are least interested in, try to demonstrate a
positive attitude.

14. What have you done to develop or change in the last few years? Use this question to show that
you are willing to be challenged and to improve. Employers are looking for people who are willing to
continue learning. Talk about formal and informal educational opportunities that you have pursued.
Mention books and periodicals you have read that are related to your field of interest.

15. Where do you see yourself in three years? Telling the interviewer, "In your job!" is not a good idea.
Instead, indicate that you hope to acquire sufficient skills and knowledge within that time to make a
positive contribution to the company.

Questions You Could Ask About the Job


What are the responsibilities of this position?
How would you describe an average day on this job?
How well defined is the job? Is there a written job description?
Can the duties of the job be expanded or changed?
What is the history of the position? Why is it vacant?
How will I be evaluated, and in what time frames? What performance standards will be
used?
With whom would I be working? Who would be my supervisor? Whom would I supervise?
As you think about the position, what aspects of this job would you like to see performed
better?
What are the key challenges or problems of this position?
Where can I go from here, assuming that I meet or exceed the job's responsibilities?
How would you describe the ideal candidate?

Questions You Could Ask About the Company


What are the company's short- and long-range objectives?
What is the common denominator in your successful employees?
What does the company consider unique about itself?
What are some outside influences that affect company growth?
Where does the company excel? What are its limitations?
What is the department's environment like?

Questions You Could Ask About the Next Step


When will a decision be made about this position?
What is the next step in the decision-making process?

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