Job Interview
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Job Interview : Dialogue Example
• Tom: Welcome to ABC Company, David. I am Tom.
David: Hello, nice to meet you.
Tom: Glad to meet you too, how do you do today?
David: I do well, and yourself?
Tom: Great, thank you. I hope we didn't keep you waiting for a long time?
David: No, I have a chance to talk to one of your engineers while waiting.
Tom: That's good. David, should we begin?
David: Yes, sure.
Tom: First of all, let me introduce myself. I am our Engineering department manager here and we have an open position, so we have interviewed applicants to fill positions
as quickly as possible.
David: Yeah sir, I read about the position on your website, and I think I'm fit.
Tom: We currently have several ongoing projects and the team is working hard. We look forward to staying busy for a long time.
David: What important qualifications are required to position?
Tom: This is an entry-level engineering position, we provide a lot of training here. But we require that you have at least a bachelor's degree in computer engineering.
Previous experience in the field was a plus.
David: What kind of experiences would you count as a masterpiece in the field?
Tom: While we provide training, it would be great if you have some Hands-on programming experience, database system knowledge or skills on application development.
David: My last school project is actually developing mobile apps, so I'm quite competent in developing mobile and Web applications.
Tom: It's good to hear, which school do you graduate from?
David: I was a student at DEF University, and I graduated with a bachelor's degree in computer science. I work as a computer lab tutor at school for about 2 years. Guiding
students through their projects helps me gain experience in several programming languages.
Tom: What are you looking for in the work?
David: The job definitely should help me grow in my career. I would love to learn and grow as I work in a passionate company like yours.
Tom: You're right. There is plenty of room for advancement in our company. What are your strengths? Why should I hire you?
David: I'm a diligent person and quickly learn. I am very excited to learn. My friend also found me very easy to work with.
Tom: Very good. Now, do you mind working overtime?
David: No, I don't.
Tom: Because, sometimes we are overwhelmed with heavy workloads.
David: I understand that the nature of work. When I go to school, I take a few courses every semester when working at least twenty hours each week. And, I handled the
situation very well.
Tom: Do you have any questions for me?
David: No, I think I have a pretty good understanding of the requirements. I believe that I can handle it easily, and the fact that you provide all the excellent training sounds.
I look forward to having the opportunity to work for you.
Tom: David, nice to meet you. I can say that you are a good candidate. Hope to hear from us within a week or so about the job.
David: Nice meet you too. Thank you for your time.
Tom: Thanks for coming.
Job Interview: Dialogue Example
• Adrian: Good Morning, Robby. I am Adrian.
Robby: Good Morning.
Adrian: How are you doing?
Robby: I am doing fine. Thank you.
Adrian: How was the traffic coming over here?
Robby: I am so glad that the traffic was light this morning. No traffic jam and no accidents.
Adrian: That is good. Robby, let’s start the interview. Are you ready?
Robby: Yes, I am.
Adrian: First of all, let me properly introduce myself. I am the Finance Department Manager. As you know there is an open position in my department, and I need to fill this position as soon as possible.
Robby: Please, tell me a little bit about the position.
Adrian: It is an entry-level position. The new employee will have to work closely with the
Accounting department. He will also have to deal with the bank on a daily basis.
Robby: What type of qualifications do you require?
Adrian: I require a four-year college degree in Finance. Some working experience would be helpful.
Robby: What kind of experience are you looking for?
Adrian: Doing office work is good. However, since this is an entry-level position, I do not require a lot of experience. I am willing to train the new person.
Robby: That is great!
Adrian: Robby, tell me a little bit about yourself.
Robby: I was a student at West Tapuih University, and I just graduated with a Bachelor degree in
Finance. I have been working part-time as a payroll clerk for the last two years.
Adrian: What are you looking for in a job?
Robby: The job should help me see what Finance is all about. I have learned a lot of Finance theories at school, and now it is time for me to put them into practice.
Adrian: Anything else?
Robby: I also hope that it will help me grow in my field.
Adrian: What are your strengths? Why should I hire you?
Robby: I am a hard-working person and a fast learner. I am very eager to learn, and I get along fine with people.
Adrian: OK. Now, let me ask you a few quick questions. You do not mind working long hours, do you?
Robby: No, I do not.
Adrian: Can you handle pressure?
Robby: Yes, I can. When I was going to school, I took quite a few courses each semester while working at least twenty hours every week. And, I handled that situation very well.
Adrian: Do you still have any questions for me?
Robby: No, I think I have a pretty good understanding of the job. I believe that I can handle it with ease, and I hope to have the opportunity to work for you.
Adrian: Robby, nice meeting you. Thank you for coming.
Robby: Nice meeting you too. Thank you for seeing me.
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Job Interview Q n A
• 1. Tell Me About Yourself.
• 2. Why Are You the Best Person for the Job?
• 3. Why Do You Want This Job?
• 4. How Has Your Experience Prepared You for This Role?
• 5. Why Are You Leaving (or Have Left) Your Job?
• 6. What Is Your Greatest Strength?
• 7. What Is Your Greatest Weakness?
• 8. How Do You Handle Stress and Pressure?
• 9. What Are Your Salary Expectations?
• 10. What Are Goals for the Future?
How To Make the Best Impression
• Dress for success. What you wear to the interview is important
because you don’t want to be underdressed or overdressed. A
three-piece suit can be as out of place as shorts and a t-shirt.
Carefully choose appropriate attire, and don’t be afraid to ask the
person who scheduled the interview if you’re not sure what to wear.
• Be on time or a little early. You definitely don’t want to keep your
interviewer waiting, so be on time or a few minutes early for your
appointment. If you’re not sure where you’re going, do a trial run
ahead of time so you know how long it will take you to get there.
How To Make the Best Impression
Follow up after the interview. After every job interview, take the time
to send a thank-you note or email message sharing your appreciation
for the time the interviewer spent with you, and reiterating your
interest in the job. If there was something you wish you had said during
the interview, but didn’t get a chance to, this is a good opportunity to
mention it.
How To Prepare for a Job Interview
• Research the company. Before your interview, take the time to learn
as much as possible about the job and your prospective employer.
There are many different resources you can use to find information
and news about the organization, its mission, and its plans.
• Make a match. Take the time before the interview to make matches
between your qualifications and the requirements as stated in the job
announcement. This way, you will have examples at hand to
demonstrate your suitability for the job.
How To Prepare for a Job Interview
• Practice your responses. Write out your answer in advance for each
question and then read it aloud to ensure it sounds natural. Try to
keep it short and sweet. You don’t want to come across as the type of
person who endlessly drones on about themselves.
• Be prepared to show and tell. It can be helpful to remember the tip
“show, don't tell.” For example, rather than stating that you are an
excellent problem solver, instead give an example that demonstrates
this, ideally drawing on an anecdote from your professional
experience.