English for Job Interview

The best way to dress to impress for an interview is to...

• wear jeans and a t-shirt

• wear a Nike jogging suit

• wear a business suit

• it doesn't matter what you wear

You should bring a copy of your resume with you to an interview.

• True

• False

What is a good answer to the question: "Tell me about yourself?"

• I am 5'9" and 150 pounds with straight teeth. I love Netflix and my 2 dogs.

• Um. What do you want to know

• I am a student and my favorite subject is English. I am active and I participate in sports after school and I participate in community service projects.

• I am a student and my grades aren't good. I don't do much outside of school and I am not interested in anything.

How should you greet the interviewer?

• Firm handshake

• Fist bump

• A hug

• A hi-five

Which of the following is a good question to ask the interviewer?

• How much does this job pay?

• What do you enjoy about working here?

• How often can I take vacations?

• Can I work from home every day?

A situational interview asks the candidate how they would react in which type of scenario?

​ (a)  

• A specific work-related incident

• A hypothetical irrelevant scenario

• A scenario based on personal life

• A scenario that shares sensitive information

Which of the following is the primary purpose of a job interview?

​ (a)  

• To determine if you are qualified for the job

• To determine your personal preferences

• To determine if you will work overtime

• To determine your personal hobbies

During a job interview at a major tech company, what should Rohan bring besides a resume?

• Portfolio

• Snacks

• Friend

Practice before you go on an interview.

• True

• False

What is the wrong way to answer this question: Why do you want to work here?

• Because I need a job

• My parents are making me get a job

• I admire how friendly your staff is

• I have a interest in the type of work your company does