Common Graduate Interview Questions (and How to Answer)
The questions you will almost certainly get, and how to prepare for them.
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You can prepare for most graduate interviews, because the questions barely change. Here are the big ones.
The regulars
- Tell me about yourself (how to answer)
- Why do you want this job? (show you researched them)
- What are your strengths? (pick ones the job needs, with an example)
- What is your weakness? (a real one, plus how you are working on it)
- Tell me about a challenge you faced (use a real story with a result)
- Where do you see yourself in five years? (ambition that fits the role)
The trick
For each one, prepare a short, true story. Real examples beat rehearsed lines every time. Practise out loud, not just in your head.
Frequently asked questions
What questions come up in graduate interviews?+
Tell me about yourself, your strengths and weaknesses, why this company, a challenge you overcame, and where you see yourself going.
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