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Before an interview, you should prepare potential answers for some of the more common questions that you may be asked. When answering questions, remember the following;
- Never speak negatively about former employers
- Listen carefully and take your time answering
- Speak clearly and concisely
- Emphasize your strengths
- Discuss your weaknesses only when asked, and then do so in a positive light
- Avoid personal issues in your answers/examples
- Never use slang or incorrect grammar
Below are some sample questions that interviewers frequently ask.
In the United States there are some questions that employers may not ask candidates. While most students never encounter one of these questions, you should become familiar with illegal questions and how to handle them.
Students applying for teaching positions can use the list of Questions for teaching positions to help them prepare.
In addition, all students need to develop a list of questions to ask an employer. Remember that you are also interviewing the company to see if you would like to work there.How can Career Services help?
Schedule a Mock Interview
View our presentation on interviewing
Check our list of workshops
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