Interview Questions
Interview Etiquette
Interview Attire
100
"Tell me about yourself"
Student states name, education, current work experience and disability.
Hello, my name is _________________.
I am ___________ years old.
I grew up in _________________.
I graduated from _______________.
I currently attend_______________ and work at ________.
I have a disability called _________ and I need _______.
100
When entering an interview, what is the first thing you should do?
Give the interviewer a firm handshake and a smile/greeting when you walk in.
100
Is this top appropriate for an interview?
No, this top is not appropriate for an interview.
150
“What are some of your strengths? What do you bring to the team?”
Student names a professional strength
Student gives supporting statement
One of my strengths is my flexibility to handle change. As a barista for Roast, I was able to work any position when coworkers were struggling or absent.
150
How should your body language be during an interview?
Maintain eye contact and sit in an upright position.
150
Are these pants appropriate for an interview?
Yes, these pants are business casual and appropriate for an interview.
200
“What makes you a good fit for this job?” (Barista, Janitor or Cashier.)
Student states skill that would be needed for the job that they have from past work experience
I know that this job requires me to talk to customers and I developed great customer service skills working for my school’s coffee shop Roast, where I was a mobile cashier.
200
What is an example of a question you can ask the interviewer?
What is the starting pay rate for this position?
How many managers work during one shift?
What is the on-boarding process like?
etc.
200
What two items make an appropriate interview outfit?
250
“What are some of your growth areas?”
Student states something that they struggle with professionally or areas of growth.
Student ties 1-2 concrete supports in order to address their weakness:
I feel that my time management skills could be stronger, and I am constantly working to improve them through the use of timers, alarms and reminders."
250
What kind of words should you avoid using to show the interviewer you are prepared?
Avoid using words like “thing” and “it” as the interviewer will not understand what you are talking about.
250
Is this jacket appropriate for an interview?
No, this jacket is not business casual attire.
300
“What’s your availability to work?”
Student communicates any known conflicts or prior obligations: school, other jobs, appointments etc.
300
What is the last thing you should do during an interview?
Thank the interviewer for taking the time to meet with you. Give a firm handshake as you get up to leave maintaining eye contact. (Sincerity)
300
Is this attire business casual?
No, jeans are not appropriate for interviews.