109个典型面试问题＋分析解答

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109个典型面试问题＋分析解答

The 109 Typical Job Interview Questions

109个典型面试问题＋分析解答

These 109 questions include both traditional and behavioral interview questions. For more information about types of interview questions, go to our Interviewing Resources section of Quintessential Careers.

1. How would you describe yourself?

2. What specific goals, including those related to your occupation, have you established for your life?

3. How has your college experience prepared you for a business career?

4. Please describe the ideal job for you following graduation.

5. What influenced you to choose this career?

6. At what point did you choose this career?

7. What specific goals have you established for your career?

8. What will it take to attain your goals, and what steps have you taken toward attaining them?

9. What do you think it takes to be successful in this career?

10. How do you determine or evaluate success? Give me an example of one of your successful accomplishments.

11. Do you have the qualifications and personal characteristics necessary for success in your chosen career?

12. What has been your most rewarding accomplishment?

13. If you could do so, how would you plan your college career differently?

14. Are you more energized by working with data or by collaborating with other individuals?

15. How would you describe yourself in terms of your ability to work as a member of a team?

16. What motivates you to put forth your greatest effort?

17. Given the investment our company will make in hiring and training you, can you give us a reason to hire you?

18. Would you describe yourself as goal-driven?

19. Describe what you've accomplished toward reaching a recent goal for yourself.

20. What short-term goals and objectives have you established for yourself?

21. Can you describe your long-range goals and objectives?

22. What do you expect to be doing in five years?

23. What do you see yourself doing in ten years?

24. How would you evaluate your ability to deal with conflict?

25. Have you ever had difficulty with a supervisor or instructor? How did you resolve the conflict?

26. Tell me about a major problem you recently handled. Were you successful in resolving it?

27. Would you say that you can easily deal with high-pressure situations?

28. What quality or attribute do you feel will most contribute to your career success?

29. What personal weakness has caused you the greatest difficulty in school or on the job?

30. What were your reasons for selecting your college or university?

31. If you could change or improve anything about your college, what would it be?

32. How will the academic program and coursework you've taken benefit your career?

33. Which college classes or subjects did you like best? Why?

34. Are you the type of student for whom conducting independent research has been a positive experience?

35. Describe the type of professor that has created the most beneficial learning experience for you.

36. Do you think that your grades are a indication of your academic achievement?

37. What plans do you have for continued study? An advanced degree?

38. Before you can make a productive contribution to the company, what degree of training do you feel you will require?

39. Describe the characteristics of a successful manager.

40. Why did you decide to seek a position in this field?

41. Tell me what you know about our company.

42. Why did you decide to seek a position in this company?

43. Do you have a geographic preference?

44. Why do you think you might like to live in the community in which our company is located?

45. Would it be a problem for you to relocate?

46. To what extent would you be willing to travel for the job?

47. Which is more important to you, the job itself or your salary?

48. What level of compensation would it take to make you happy?

49. Tell me about the salary range you're seeking.

50. Describe a situation in which you were able to use persuasion to successfully convince someone to see things your way?

51. Describe an instance when you had to think on your feet to extricate yourself from a difficult situation.

52. Give me a specific example of a time when you used good judgment and logic in solving a problem.

53. By providing examples, convince me that you can adapt to a wide variety of people, situations and environments.

54. Describe a time when you were faced with problems or stresses that tested your coping skills.

55. Give an example of a time in which you had to be relatively quick in coming to a decision.

56. Describe a time when you had to use your written communication skills to get an important point across

57. Give me a specific occasion in which you conformed to a policy with which you did not agree.

58. Give me an example of an important goal which you had set in the past and tell me about your success in reaching it.

59. Describe the most significant or creative presentation that you have had to complete.

60. Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.

61. Give me an example of a time when you were able to successfully communicate with another person even when that individual may not have personally liked you (or vice versa).

62. Sometimes it's easy to get in "over your head." Describe a situation where you had to request help or assistance on a project or assignment.

63. Give an example of how you applied knowledge from previous coursework to a project in another class.

64. Describe a situation where others you were working with on a project disagreed with your ideas. What did you do?

65. Describe a situation in which you found that your results were not up to your professor's or supervisor's expectations. What happened? What action did you take?

66. Tell of a time when you worked with a colleague who was not completing his or her share of the work. Who, if anyone, did you tell or talk to about it? Did the manager take any steps to correct your colleague? Did you agree or disagree with the manager's actions?

67. Describe a situation in which you had to arrive at a compromise or guide others to a compromise.

68. What steps do you follow to study a problem before making a decision.

69. We can sometimes identify a small problem and fix it before it becomes a major problem. Give an example(s) of how you have done this.

70. In a supervisory or group leader role, have you ever had to discipline or counsel an employee or group member? What was the nature of the discipline? What steps did you take? How did that make you feel? How did you prepare yourself?

71. Recall a time from your work experience when your manager or supervisor was unavailable and a problem arose. What was the nature of the problem? How did you handle that situation? How did that make you feel?

72. Recall a time when you were assigned what you considered to be a complex project. Specifically, what steps did you take to prepare for and finish the project? Were you happy with the outcome? What one step would you have done differently if given the chance?

73. What was the most complex assignment you have had? What was your role?

74. How was your transition from high school to college? Did you face any particular problems?

75. Tell of some situations in which you have had to adjust quickly to changes over which you had no control. What was the impact of the change on you?

76. Compare and contrast the times when you did work which was above the standard with times your work was below the standard.

77. Describe some times when you were not very satisfied or pleased with your performance. What did you do about it?

78. What are your standards of success in school? What have you done to meet these standards?

79. How have you differed from your professors in evaluating your performance? How did you handle the situation?

80. Give examples of your experiences at school or in a job that were satisfying. Give examples of your experiences that were dissatisfying.

81. What kind of supervisor do you work best for? Provide examples.

82. Describe some projects or ideas (not necessarily your own) that were implemented, or carried out successfully primarily because of your efforts.

83. Describe a situation that required a number of things to be done at the same time. How did you handle it? What was the result?

84. Have you found any ways to make school or a job easier or more rewarding or to make yourself more effective?

85. How do you determine priorities in scheduling your time? Give examples.

86. Tell of a time when your active listening skills really paid off for you - maybe a time when other people missed the key idea being expressed.

87. What has been your experience in giving presentations? What has been your most successful experience in speech making?

88. Tell of the most difficult customer service experience that you have ever had to handle -- perhaps an angry or irate customer. Be specific and tell what you did and what was the outcome.

89. Give an example of when you had to work with someone who was difficult to get along with. Why was this person difficult? How did you handle that person?

90. Describe a situation where you found yourself dealing with someone who didn't like you. How did you handle it?

91. Give me a specific example of something you did that helped build enthusiasm in others.

92. Tell me about a difficult situation when it was desirable for you to keep a positive attitude. What did you do?

93. Give me an example of a time you had to make an important decision. How did you make the decision? How does it affect you today?

94. Give me an example of a time you had to persuade other people to take action. Were you successful?

95. Tell me about a time when you had to deal with a difficult person. How did you handle the situation?

96. Tell me about a time you had to handle multiple responsibilities. How did you organize the work you needed to do?

97. Tell me about a time when you had to make a decision, but didn't have all the information you needed.

98. What suggestions do you have for our organization?

99. What is the most significant contribution you made to the company during a past job or internship?

100.What is the biggest mistake you've made?

101.Describe a situation in which you had to use reference materials to write a research paper. What was the topic? What journals did you read?

102.Give me a specific example of a time when a co-worker or classmate criticized your work in front of others. How did you respond? How has that event shaped the way you communicate with others?

103.Give me a specific example of a time when you sold your supervisor or professor on an idea or concept. How did you proceed? What was the result?

104.Describe the system you use for keeping track of multiple projects. How do you track your progress so that you can meet deadlines? How do you stay focused?

105.Tell me about a time when you came up with an innovative solution to a challenge your company/class/organization was facing. What was the challenge? What role did others play?

106.Describe a specific problem you solved for your employer or professor. How did you approach the problem? What role did others play? What was the outcome?

107.Describe a time when you got co-workers or classmates who dislike each other to work together. How did you accomplish this? What was the outcome?

108.Tell me about a time when you failed to meet a deadline. What things did you fail to do? What were the repercussions? What did you learn?

109.Describe a time when you put your needs aside to help a co-worker or classmate understand a task. How did you assist him or her? What was the result?
Prepare an Answer for Each Job Interview Question

Interviews are always stressful - even for job seekers who have gone on countless interviews. The best way to reduce the stress is to be prepared. Take the time to review the "standard" interview questions you will most likely be asked. Also take time to research the company so you'll be ready with a knowledgeable answer for each interview question.

Job Interview Questions: Work History

Name of company, position title and description, dates of employment. (Describe Your Employment History)

Answers:

Interviewers expect a candidate for employment to be able to review their work history in detail. Be prepared to tell the interviewer the names of the companies you worked for, your job title, your starting and ending dates of employment, how much you earned and what your job entailed.

You'd be surprised how many job applicants fumble when asked about prior employment. Don't be one of them! Refresh your memory prior to the interview by reviewing your resume, so, you can speak about your prior work history in detail and accurately.

If you don't have a resume, make sure what you tell the interviewer matches what you filled out on your job application. The best way to prepare is to download a sample job application ahead of time.

Complete the sample application and bring it with you when you are applying for employment. This way you will be able to copy the information rather than having to remember dates and other employment information.

What were your expectations for the job and to what extent were they met?

Answers:

In many cases, interviewers will want to know what you expected from your last job when you were hired, so, be be prepared to answer the interview question "What were your expectations for the job and to what extent were they met?"

There isn't a right or wrong answer to this question. The best way to respond is to discuss what you expected when you took the job and give examples of how the position worked out for you. If the job wasn't exactly what you expected, it's fine to mention that. However, you should focus on the job itself, not the company, your boss, or your co-workers (if they were a problem). Do be careful how you answer and don't focus too much on the negative. Instead, address the highlights of the job.

When responding, be specific. Prepare some examples to share with the interviewer in advance.

For example, if your job involved creating web applications using Cold Fusion, discuss the specific programs you developed and the responsiblities you were given. If you were provided training and opportunities for professional development to help you achieve your goals, mention that, as well.

What were your starting and final levels of compensation?

Answers:

Interviewers expect a candidate for employment to be able to provide the details of their compensation history. Be prepared to tell the interviewer how much you earned at each of your prior positions.

Make sure that what you tell the interviewer matches what you listed on your job application. Refresh your memory prior to the interview by reviewing your compensation history, so, you can speak in detail and accurately. Don't exaggerate or inflate your earnings. Many employers will check references and confirm your salary history prior to making a job offer. A discrepancy between what you reported and what the employer says could knock you out of contention for the job.

The best way to prepare is to download a sample job application ahead of time.

Complete the sample application and review it prior to the interview.

What were your responsibilities?

Answers:

When you are asked questions related to your current or previous positions, it's important to be specific and to be positive about what you did in your previous position(s).

The best way to respond is to describe your responsiblilities in detail and to connect them to the job you are interviewing for. Try to tie your responsibilities in with those listed in the job description for the new position. That way, the employer will see that you have the qualifications necessary to do the job. Focus most on your responsibilities that are directly related to the new job's requirements.

It's also important to be honest. Don't embellish your job, because you don't know who the hiring manager will be checking with when they check your references.

What major challenges and problems did you face? How did you handle them?

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When asked the job interview question "How did you handle a challege?" be sure to include specific examples of how you handled a particular difficult situation. Discuss how you researched the issue and contributed to finding a solution. Examples of good responses include:

During a difficult financial period, I was able to satisfactorially negotiate repayment schedules with multiple vendors.
When the software development of our new product stalled, I coordinated the team which managed to get the schedule back on track. We were able to successfully troubleshoot the issues and solve the problems, within a very short period of time.
A long-term client was about to take their business to a competitor. I met with the customer and was able to change how we handled the account on a day-to-day basis, in order to keep the business.

Which was most / least rewarding?

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This interview question can be tricky. You want to make sure that the things you say are least rewarding aren't responsiblities that are going to be a major part of the job you are interviewing for. For example, if the last job you had involved extensive customer service telephone work that you hated, and if being on the phone doing something similar is even a minor part of the new job, don't mention it. Instead, focus on the the tasks that were most rewarding and highlight those.

When interviewing, always be cognizent of the job you are interviewing for and tailor your response accordingly. Try to accentuate the postive, regardless of what question you have been asked, because you don't want to be construed as someone who is negative about work, in general.

What was the biggest accomplishment / failure in this position? -

Answers:

Your potential employer will want to know what you accomplished, and what you didn't, in your current or last position.

The best way to respond is to give an example of something you accomplished that is directly related to the job you are interviewing for. Review your resume and review the job posting. Find the best match and use that to show how what you accomplished will be beneficial to the company you are interviewing with.

If you wrote a targeted cover letter when applying for the job use the information you included to create your response. For example, if you are interviewing for a job at a school where you will need to manage student registration, explain to the interviewer how you registered students for courses, designed and managed registration software, and solved customer problems.

If you didn't fail at anything, say so.

If you can think of an example, be sure that it's a minor one and turn it into a positive. For example, if you were working on a project that was behind deadline, explain to the interviewer how you adjusted the workload and the timeline to get back on track and ahead of schedule.

What was it like working for your supervisor? What were his strengths and shortcomings?

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A typical interview question is "What Was it Like Working for Your Supervisor?" The reason it's asked it to find out how you got along with your boss. Be careful how your answer. Interviewers don't like to hear too much (or much at all) about bad bosses because it could be someone from their company that you're talking about next time around.

I once had a job applicant who spent 10 minutes responding to this question. She told me how awful her boss was and how her company was a terrible place to work. It so happened that her boss was a good friend and golfing buddy of my boss - our company's CEO - and the company was one of our biggest clients. Of course, she didn't get the job.

Don't make the same mistake she did. Instead, accentuate the positive and minimize any difficult situations.

Discuss the strengths your past supervisors had and how they helped you succeed in your positions.

Why are you leaving your job?

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One of the questions that is typically asked in an interview is "Why are you leaving your job?" or "Why did you leave your job?" if you have already moved on. If you were fired from your job, use these answers to respond. If you left of your own accord, review these suggestions on how best to answer and tailor your response to meet your particular situation. Be direct and focus your interview answer on the future, especially if your leaving wasn't under the best of circumstances.

Don't Badmouth Your Boss

Regardless of why you left, don't speak badly about your previous employer. The interviewer may wonder if you will be bad-mouthing his company next time you're looking for work. I once interviewed a person who told me that her last employer was terrible.

They didn't pay her enough, the hours were awful and she hated the job. That company happened to be my company's biggest, and most important, customer. And there is no way I would have hired someone who felt that way, justified or not, about our valuble client. So, she gave up any opportunity of getting the job as soon as she answered the "Why did you leave?" question.
Prepare answers to typical job interview questions, like this one, in advance. Practice your responses so you sound positive, and clear, about your circumstances and your goals for the future.

Sample answers to the interview question "Why did you leave your job?

• I found myself bored with the work and looking for more challenges. I am an excellent employee and I didn't want my unhappiness to have any impact on the job I was doing for my employer.

• There isn't room for growth with my current employer and I'm ready to move on to a new challenge.

• I'm looking for a bigger challenge and to grow my career and I couldn't job hunt part time while working. It didn't seem ethical to use my former employer's time.

• I was laid-off from my last position when our department was eliminated due to corporate restructuring.

• I'm relocating to this area due to family circumstances and left my previous position in order to make the move.

• I've decided that is not the direction I want to go in my career and my current employer has no opportunities in the direction I'd like to head.

• After several years in my last position, I'm looking for an company where I can contribute and grow in a team-oriented environment.

• I am interested in a new challenge and an opportunity to use my technical skills and experience in a different capacity than I have in the past.

• I recently received my degree and I want to utilize my educational background in my next position.

• I am interested in a job with more responsibility, and I am very ready for a new challenge.

• I left my last position in order to spend more time with my family. Circumstances have changed and I'm more than ready for full-time employment again.

• I am seeking a position with a stable company with room for growth and opportunity for advancement.

• I was commuting to the city and spending a significant amount of time each day on travel. I would prefer to be closer to home.

• To be honest, I wasn't considering a move, but, I saw this job posting and was intrigued by the position and the company. It sounds like an exciting opportunity and an ideal match with my qualifications.

• This position seemed like an excellent match for my skills and experience and I am not able to fully utilize them in my present job.

• The company was cutting back and, unfortunately, my job was one of those eliminated.

Why were you fired?

Answers:

Fired from your job? Don't know what to say in an interview? Career expert and author, Joyce Lain Kennedy, shares her twelve best job interview answers to the question "Why were you fired?"
Joyce Lain Kennedy is the nation's first syndicated careers columnist. Her work is distributed by Tribune Media Services and appears in more than 100 newspapers and Web sites. In addition, Joyce is author of eight career-related books including Job Interviews for Dummies, where you can read additional excellent interview advice, Cover Letters for Dummies and Resumes for Dummies.

Joyce Lain Kennedy's sample answers to the interview question "Why were you fired?"

• Being cut loose was a blessing in disguise.

• Now I have an opportunity to explore jobs that better suit my qualifications and interests. My research suggests that such an opportunity may be the one on your table. Would you like to hear more about my skills in working with new technology?

• My competencies were not the right match for my previous employer's needs but it looks like they'd be a good fit in your organization. In addition to marketing and advertising, would skills in promotion be valued here?

• Although circumstances caused me to leave my first job, I was very successful in school and got along well with both students and faculty. Perhaps I didn't fully understand my boss's expectations or why he released me so quickly before I had a chance to prove myself.

• The job wasn't working out so my boss and I agreed that it was time for me to move on to a position that would show a better return for both of us. So here I am, ready to work.

• After thinking about why I left, I realize I should have done some things differently. That job was a learning experience and I think I'm wiser now. I'd like the chance to prove that to you.

• A new manager came in and cleaned house in order to bring in members of his old team. That was his right but it cleared my head to envision better opportunities elsewhere.

• Certain personal problems, which I now have solved, unfortunately upset my work life. These problems no longer exist and I'm up and running strong to exceed expectations in my new job.

• I wanted my career to move in a different direction, and I guess my mental separation set up the conditions that led to my departure. But by contrast, the opportunity we're discussing seems to be made for me and I hope to eventually grow into a position of responsibility.

• I usually hit it off very well with my bosses, but this case was the exception that proved my rule of good relationships. We just didn't get on well. I'm not sure why.

• My job was offshored to India. That's too bad because people familiar with my work say it is superior and fairly priced.

• I outlasted several downsizings but the last one included me. Sign of the times, I guess.

• I was desperate for work and took the wrong job without looking around the corner. I won't make that mistake again. I'd prefer an environment that is congenial, structured and team-oriented, where my best talents can shine and make a substantial contribution.

Kennedy also says, "Practice in advance what you'll say. Then keep it brief, keep it honest and keep it moving." That way, you'll get past the sticky issue of getting fired and can move on to your skills and why you're qualified for the job.

Job Interview Questions About You

Describe a typical work week.

How many hours do you normally work?
How would you describe the pace at which you work?
How do you handle stress and pressure? - Best Answers
What motivates you? - Best Answers
What are your salary expectations? - Best Answers
What do you find are the most difficult decisions to make?
If the people who know you were asked why you should be hired, what would they say?
Do you prefer to work independently or on a team?
Give some examples of team work.
What type of work environment do you prefer?
Describe a difficult work situation / project and how you overcame it.
How do you evaluate success?

Job Interview Questions About the New Job and Company

What interests you about this job?
What applicable attributes / experience do you have? - Best Answers
Why are you the best person for the job? - Best Answers
Why should we hire you? - Best Answers
What do you know about this company? - Best Answers
Why do you want to work for this organization?
What challenges are you looking for in a position?
What can you contribute to this company?
Are you willing to travel? - Best Answers
Is there anything I haven't told you about the job or company that you would like to know?

Interview Questions: The Future

What are you looking for in your next job? What is important to you?
What are your goals for the next five years / ten years? - Best Answers
How do you plan to achieve those goals? - Best Answers
What are your salary requirements - both short-term and long-term? - Best Answers
Behavior Based Interview Questions

In addition to being ready to answer these standard questions, prepare for behavior based job interview questions. This is based on the premise that a candidates past performance is the best predictor of future performance. You will you need to be prepared to provide detailed responses including specific examples of your work experiences. The best way to prepare is to think of examples where you have successfully used the skills you've acquired.

If you were fired from your job, you will need to be prepared with an answer as to why you were fired. Here are twelve sample answers you can use to respond.

Take the time to compile a list of responses to both types of questions and to itemize your skills, values and interests as well as your strengths and weaknesses. Emphasize what you can do to benefit the company rather than just what you are interested in.

Expect to have your references checked prior to getting an offer. Plan ahead and compile a list of references and some letters of recommendations now, so you're prepared when the employer requests them.

The last job interviw question you may be asked is "What can I answer for you?" Have a question or two of your own ready to ask. You aren't simply trying to get this job - you are also interviewing the employer to assess whether this company and the position are a good fit for you.

Interview Questions to Ask the Interviewer

It's your turn! As the interview comes to a close, one of the final questions you may be asked is "What can I answer for you?" Have interview questions of your own ready to ask. You aren't simply trying to get this job - you are also interviewing the employer to assess whether this company and the position are a good fit for you.
Interview Questions to Ask ~

• How would you describe the responsibilities of the position?

• How would you describe a typical week/day in this position?

• Is this a new position? If not, what did the previous employee go on to do?

• What is the company's management style?

• Who does this position report to? If I am offered the position, can I meet him/her?

• How many people work in this office/department?

• How much travel is expected?

• Is relocation a possibility?

• What is the typical work week? Is overtime expected?

• What are the prospects for growth and advancement?

• How does one advance in the company?

• Are there any examples?