Interviewing Skills Quiz

If you receive a phone call for a screening interview, you can reschedule it.

• True

• False

Which of these tips should not be followed for a face-to-face interview?

• Arrive 15 minutes early to your interview

• Be energetic and confident

• Chew gum

• Shake hands with your interviewers and smile

• Maintain an open posture

The best answer to the question "How are you?" is...

• "I'm fine"

• "I'm anxious"

• "I'm hungry"

• "I'm great, and excited for this interview"

• "I didn't get enough sleep last night"

When the interviewer says "Tell me about yourself", you should not...

• Mention your educational background

• Mention your GPA if it is above (B)

• Start by introducing your name

• Speak for 5-7 minutes

• Mention your ranking if you are among the top 5 students

The best answer to the question "What motivates you?" is...

• "I seek new challenges to gain experience"

• "Financial compensation"

• "Going on vacation"

When the interviewer asks you about your strengths, you should not say...

• "I'm a fast learner"

• "I'm a team player"

• "I have many strengths"

• "I am open to feedback"

• "I pay great attention to detail"

What does the STARR method stand for?

• Summary, timing, action, review, and reflection

• Situation, time, assessment, response, and review

• Situation, task, action, result, and reflect

• Strategy, task, action, result, and revision

• Scenario, task, action, result, and revisit

The best answer to the question "Where do you see yourself in five years?" Is...

• "I see myself an integral part of your esteemed institution, and I will continue developing my skills to get promoted"

• "I don't know"

• "Retired"

• "I will start up my own business"

• "I will shift to engineering"

The best answer to the question "Why should we hire you?" is...

• "I need a well-paying job, such as this position"

• "I’ve heard your company has a good reputation, and I want to be part of it"

• "I believe I can perform better than the last employee you hired"

• "I believe my skills and experience align with the company's values, making me a great fit"

• "I have lots of hobbies and am looking for a job that allows me enough free time"

If the interviewer asks "Do you have any questions?", you should not say...

• "What are professional development opportunities in this institution?"

• "No, thank you very much"

• "What do you like about this institution?"