Job Interview
Sherli Junianingrum, S.E., M.M.
Job Interview
• A job interview is a formal meeting between a job applicant and a
potential employer, where the employer assesses the applicant's
qualifications, experience, and suitability for a specific role.
• The interview typically involves a series of questions designed to
evaluate the candidate's skills, work ethic, personality, and how well
they fit with the company's culture.
• Interviews can be conducted in various formats, including face-to-
face, over the phone, or via video conferencing, and may include
multiple rounds with different interviewers.
List of common questions during job
interviews
1. Tell me about yourself. 6. Describe a challenging situation
2. Why do you want to work here? and how you handled it.
3. What are your strengths and 7. What is your greatest
weaknesses? achievement?
4. Where do you see yourself in 8. How do you handle stress and
five years? pressure?
5. Why are you leaving your 9. Can you explain this gap in your
current job? employment history?
10. Why should we hire you?
Tell me about yourself.
• When a recruiter asks you to "tell me about
yourself," focus on giving a brief summary of your
professional background, relevant skills, and why "I am currently a marketing manager at XYZ
you're interested in the role. Here’s a structured Company, where I oversee a team of 10 and
approach: manage our digital marketing campaigns.“
• 1. Start with your current position: Mention your “Prior to this, I worked at ABC Corp as a
current role and key responsibilities. marketing coordinator, where I developed
my skills in content creation and analytics.“
• 2. Highlight your professional journey: Briefly
discuss previous roles that led you to your current "I have a proven track record of increasing
position. website traffic by 30% through strategic
SEO and content marketing.“
• 3. Emphasize relevant skills and achievements:
Mention specific skills and accomplishments that
"I’m excited about this opportunity because
are relevant to the job you’re applying for.
I believe my background in digital marketing
and my passion for analytics align well with
• 4. Connect your experience to the role: Explain the goals of your team."
why you’re interested in the position and how your
background makes you a good fit.
By structuring your answer this way, you provide a
concise and relevant overview that helps the
recruiter understand your professional background
and how it relates to the job you're applying for.
Why do you want to work here?
• When asked "Why do you want to work here?" in a • - Example: "I admire your company's commitment
job interview, it's important to show that you've to innovation and sustainability.“
researched the company and align your career
goals with their values and mission. Here’s a • - Example: "I am passionate about environmental
structured approach: conservation, and your initiatives in this area
resonate with my own values."
1. Research the Company: Mention specific
aspects of the company that appeal to you. • - Example: "With my background in project
management and my enthusiasm for sustainable
2. Align with Your Goals: Explain how the practices, I am excited about the opportunity to
company’s values and goals align with your contribute to your team and help achieve your
personal and professional aspirations. goals."
3. Contribute to Success: Highlight how your skills
and experiences make you a good fit and how
you can contribute to the company’s success.
• Combining these elements will demonstrate your
genuine interest in the company and how you can
add value.
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
• When answering "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" • Weaknesses:
focus on being honest and positive, demonstrating self-
awareness and a willingness to improve. Here’s a structured • 1. Select a Genuine Weakness: Choose a real but manageable
approach: weakness.
• - Example: "I can be overly critical of my own work."
• Strengths:
• 1. Identify Key Strengths: Choose strengths relevant to the • 2. Show Improvement: Explain how you’re working to
job. overcome it.
• - Example: "One of my key strengths is my attention to • - Example: "To address this, I’ve been practicing self-
detail. In my previous role, this helped reduce errors in compassion and setting realistic goals for myself, which has
project reports by 20%." improved my productivity and morale."
• 2. Provide Evidence: Support your strengths with examples. • This approach demonstrates honesty, self-awareness, and a
proactive attitude towards self-improvement.
• - Example: "I’m also a strong communicator. I led a team
project where clear communication was essential, resulting
in a successful project completion ahead of schedule."
Where do you see yourself in five years?
• When answering "Where do you see yourself in • 3. Professional Development: Indicate your
five years?" focus on aligning your career goals commitment to ongoing learning.
with the potential opportunities at the company.
Here’s a structured approach: • - Example: "I also plan to continue my
professional education and earn relevant
certifications to enhance my expertise."
• 1. Show Ambition: Highlight your desire for growth
and development.
• This approach demonstrates your ambition,
• - Example: "In five years, I see myself taking on commitment, and alignment with the company’s
more leadership responsibilities and continuing to goals.
develop my skills in project management."
• 2. Align with the Company: Mention how you can
grow within the company.
• - Example: "I’m particularly excited about the
opportunities for advancement at your company,
and I hope to contribute to major projects and
initiatives that drive the company’s success."
Why should we hire you?
• When asked "Why should we hire you?", your • 3. Show Enthusiasm and Cultural Fit: Demonstrate
response should highlight your unique your passion for the role and fit with the company
qualifications, how they align with the job culture.
requirements, and how you can contribute to the
company's success. Here’s a structured approach: • - Example: "I am impressed by your company's
commitment to innovation and sustainability, and I
am excited about the opportunity to contribute to
your mission."
• 1. Highlight Your Key Strengths: Emphasize your
most relevant skills and experiences.
• - Example: "I have over five years of experience in • By focusing on these points, you can present a
digital marketing, with a proven track record of compelling case for why you are the best candidate
increasing website traffic and engagement by 30% for the position.
in my previous role."
• 2. Align with Job Requirements: Connect your
strengths to the specific needs of the job.
• - Example: "My expertise in SEO and content
strategy aligns perfectly with your company's goal
of expanding its online presence."