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Student Job Interview Question Types

Behavioral questions ask for examples of how the student handled work situations in the past, which could include student or volunteer experiences. Situational questions present hypothetical future work situations to see how the student would respond. Personal questions cover education, work history, strengths, and weaknesses. Students should relate their experiences and qualifications to the specific position and demonstrate why they are interested in the company. Common questions include availability, reasons for wanting the job, why they should be hired, knowledge of the company, and why they are the best candidate.

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Student Job Interview Question Types

Behavioral questions ask for examples of how the student handled work situations in the past, which could include student or volunteer experiences. Situational questions present hypothetical future work situations to see how the student would respond. Personal questions cover education, work history, strengths, and weaknesses. Students should relate their experiences and qualifications to the specific position and demonstrate why they are interested in the company. Common questions include availability, reasons for wanting the job, why they should be hired, knowledge of the company, and why they are the best candidate.

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Types of Student Job Interview Questions

There are a number of types of interview questions a student or recent graduated


student might be asked in interviews.

1. Behavioral Interview Questions

Some interview questions will be behavioral interview questions. These questions


require you to provide an example of a time when you did something work-related
in the past. The purpose is to find out if you have the skills needed for the
job. These questions focus on how you handled various work situations in
the past. Your response will reveal your skills, abilities, and personality.

As a student or recent student, you might not have a lot of work experience. You
can draw on experiences as a student, an intern, or even a volunteer. If you
participated in any extracurricular activities, you can talk about those experiences
too.

These kinds of questions require you to think of examples from past experiences.
To answer these questions, Explain the situation, and what you did to either solve
the problem or achieve success. Then, describe the result.

2. Situational Interview Questions

Situational interview questions ask you to consider a possible future situation at


work. An interviewer might ask, “How would you handle working on three tasks that
are all due at the same time?” Although these are about future situations, you can
still sometimes answer with an example from a past experience.

An example provides credibility to your answer. When you provide examples, try to
use examples that are closely related to the job you’re applying for. Think about
past work, volunteer, or school experiences that required skills similar to those
needed for this job.
3. Questions About Yourself

Interviewers will ask you a lot of questions about yourself. Some of these will be
straightforward questions about your education and work history. Others will be
about your character such as your strengths and weaknesses.

▪ For college students and recent graduates, it's important to relate your
education, extracurricular activities, and experience (work and campus) to the
job for which you are applying.

▪ The interview questions that hiring managers ask entry level candidates will
typically be focused on why you are interested in the job and why the
company should hire you. To answer these type of questions students, need
to prepare to respond effectively to the interviewer learning about the
company and the position they are applying for.

▪ When you interview for a summer job, part time or any job, you will be asked
about your qualifications and your school schedule. Examples of
questions you Will be asked:
✓ The days/hours are you available to work?
✓ why do you want the job?
✓ Why should we hire you?
✓ What do you know about this company?
✓ Why are you the best person for the job?

▪ Remember to answer all questions honestly and always be positive on your


answers.

One of the final questions you may be asked during a job interview is, "Do you
have any questions for me?" Be ready to ask whatever you would like to know
about the job position.

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