Examples of questions

In a job interview the interviewer asks all kind of questions. We mention some of them, classified in thematic blocks.

About your learning courses

Why did you choose the studies you have done?
The answer must be coherent and well reasoned. Avoid answers like: "because I didn't know what to do" or "because of my low average mark".
How did your studies influenced your professional career?
What kind of subjects did you prefer?
You can mention subjects related to the job.
What kind of subjects were difficult for you? Why?
If you could start again, would you do the same studies?
Justify the answer and adapt it according to the job offer.
Are you ready to complement your training?
If you say yes, the interviewer will have a good impression because you will show interest.
How many languages do you know? Tell me the level of each one.
They can check the answer. It's important to be sincere.
Who influenced you to choose your studies?
Once again, it's important to be sincere but remember that it's a good idea mention persons with more experience than you.
Do you think your good marks are because of your intelligence or because of your effort?
The perseverance and the effort are very valued in the labour market.
Tell me the most gratifying experience of your life as a student?
You must show enthusiasm answering this question.
Do you want to continue studying?
Remember that "you can never learn too much".

How do you think that previous work experiences have prepared you?
Tell me the functions that you did then.
What kind of relationship you had with your previous manager? Tell me your common and different thoughts
Do you remember any problematic situation in previous jobs? How did you solve it?
Tell me your successes in the last company you have been working?
Why did you leave your last job?

Tell me your main virtues
Tell me your main defects
Don't say that you don't have them. You can say positive things like: "I am very perfectionist" or " I'm very punctual and impatient when people are late".
Tell me the relationship with your parents/brothers/couple/friends?
How do you react in front of an authority?
How would you define you?
What do you do in your leisure time?
Talk about your hobbies, not about your professional activities.
What does this sport bring to you? or, The last film you have seen? or, The last book you have read?

Why have you contacted our company?
Seize to praise the company: "It's a very important company in the sector ".
Why are you interested in this job?
What do you think you can bring to the company if you don't have work experience?
Why do you think you are able to do this job?

Why do you think we must offer you the job?
Give examples of solving problems with success, working as a team etc.
What do you expect from this job?
The answer must be related to the opportunities that you can find in the company...
What do you think about your previous managers?
Don't say negative things.
The aspect that you value the most in a job?