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Sample Questions
1. Tell me about yourself.
Guidelines:
● Keep it concise (90 seconds). Focus on your education, relevant skills, and why you
● are interested in the internship.
● Avoid personal details unless relevant to the job.
2. Tell me something that is not in your
resume. Guidelines:
● Share a relevant story, skill, or experience that highlights your personality or work
ethic.
Focus on something that adds value to your application.
● Avoid repeating information already on your resume; instead, offer new insights
● into
who you are
3. What are your strengths?
Guidelines:
● Mention 2-3 strengths relevant to the internship. Support each
● strength with a brief example from your experiences. Avoid
● clichés like "hard working" without context.
4. What is your biggest weakness?
Guidelines:
● Choose a real weakness, but show how you are working on it.
● Avoid mentioning something critical to the role. Frame it in a
● positive light, focusing on self-improvement.
5. Describe a challenging situation you’ve faced and how you handled it.
Guidelines:
● Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
● Focus on a situation relevant to the internship.
● Highlight problem-solving skills and adaptability.
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6. How do you handle criticism?
Guidelines:
● Emphasize your openness to feedback.
● Provide an example where you received constructive criticism and how it helped you
improve.
● Avoid defensiveness or negative reactions.
7. Where do you see yourself in five years?
Guidelines:
● Discuss your career goals, aligning them with the skills you'll gain from the internship.
● Avoid overly ambitious or vague statements.
● Show a desire for growth and learning.
8. How do you prioritize your work?
Guidelines:
● Mention methods like to-do lists, deadlines, or using tools to stay organized.
● Provide an example of how you managed multiple tasks or deadlines.
● Emphasize efficiency and time management.
9. Can you give an example of when you worked in a team?
Guidelines:
● Use the STAR method to structure your response.
● Highlight your role, communication, and collaboration within the team.
● Focus on the positive outcome of the teamwork.
10. Why should we hire you?
Guidelines:
● Summarize your key skills, experiences, and how they align with the role.
● Mention your enthusiasm for the internship and what unique qualities you bring.
● Be confident but not arrogant.
Feedback Guidelines:
● Strengths: What did the interviewee do well? Consider communication, confidence,
and how well they answered the questions using the sheet.
● Areas for Improvement: Identify any gaps or areas where the interviewee could
improve, such as clarity, structure, or confidence using the guidelines provided.
● Overall Impression: How would you rate the interviewee's performance? Would they
be a good fit for the role?