Job Interviews
How many years of experience do you have doing this work?
Two years.
What are "details?"
Details are information. If you are giving details, it means you are not only giving the main information, but also the "small" information.
Name two things we can use an ID card for
For getting a bank account
To fly in an airplane
To receive some government services
To get a work permit
To drive a car
To apply for jobs
To get an apartment
Say one reason why you like living in New York City more than living in Nepal.
I like the weather in New York City more.
Please answer the question:
"When would you like an appointment?"
"I would like an appointment on Tuesday at 1:00 PM, please."
Why do you want this job?
I want this job because I like working with children and the children from my last family are grown up now
Say three sequencing words.
Example: First, second, last,
Where can you apply for a state ID card?
The DMV (department of motor vehicles)
A friend said to you "Juice is better than water."
Please respond with a sentence that includes the phrase "I don't agree with that because...."I don't agree with that because water is better for our health
Please answer the question:
"What is your insurance?"
I have United Healthcare.
Tell me about yourself
My name is Elie Amkraut. I am a researcher and English teacher with seven years of experience working in South Asia, West Africa, and the United States. I am excited about the opportunity to continue my career as a researcher by becoming a research specialist at your company.
Please tell me how to make radish pickles
First, you wash the radish and cut it into small pieces.
Second, you put the radish in a bowl with salt and turmeric powder
Then, you dry the radish in the sun for a few hours.
After the radish is dry, mix it with mustard oil, chili peppers, and other spices.
Next, add the radish to a jar. Pack it down into the jar tightly so there is no space between the radish pieces. Close the jar.
Finally, you let the jar sit in the sun for a couple of weeks. Your pickles are now ready to eat!
What is a Real ID?
A Real ID is an ID card that you can use to board an airplane. Usually, you must bring more documents to the DMV office for a Real ID than for other types of ID. For New York Driver’s licenses, a Real ID has a star in the upper left corner.
The heater is broken in your apartment. The landlord says to you:
"It will take one week to fix it because they need to order the part."
What is something you could say back to him?
I understand, but according to NYC housing laws, heat is required from October through May. It's been below 55 degrees in my apartment. I need this fixed within 24 hours, or I'll have to contact 311 and report a heat violation.
Pretend you are sick. Please answer the question: "what are your symptoms?"
I have a fever and the chills.
Why did you leave your last job?
I enjoyed my last job but the commute was very far for me.
Please tell me how to do my laundry
First, put the laundry in the machine. Then, add soap and close the door. After that, you can start the machine. After an hour, the wash will be completed. You can then take the clothes and hang them to dry.
Can you use Nepali documents for getting an ID at the DMV?
Yes!
Have two team members debate: which is better, the bus or the train?
Member 1: The train is better than the bus because I get sick on the bus.
Member 2: That may be true, but the bus goes to many places that the train doesn't go to.
Member 1: Sure, but the train also goes to many places, and it never gets stuck in traffic.
Member 2: Yes, but the train breaks down sometimes and you need to walk up and down many stairs to take it.
Are allergies a symptom or an illness?
They are an illness.
Tell me about a time you had a challenge at work
When I was driving the office truck, I got a flat tire. I was not in an area that the company could send it's staff to for help. So, I phoned my boss, and we agreed that I could call a local service to help me. We fixed the situation quickly and I was able to deliver the shipment on time.
Please teach me how to get on a plane at the airport.
When you get to the airport, you need to go to the desk and get your ticket. You can give them your bag at this time. Then, you need to walk through the security line. They might make you take your shoes off and they will scan your carry-on bag. After that, you need to find the gate number on your ticket. Your ticket will say something like "D4." Follow the signs to this letter and number.
When you see the letter and number, you can sit and wait there until the staff calls everyone to get on the plane.
What documents do you need to bring to get a state non-driver ID card?
Proof of date of birth (social security card, passport, green card, etc.)
Proof of residency (Bank statement, utility bill, New York State benefits card, etc.)
6 "points" of proof of name (social security card, passport, green card, driver's license, ID card from your country, etc.)
Have two team members debate:
"Cities are better places to live than villages in the countryside."
Member 1: Cities are better because there are more jobs available.
Member 2: Yes, that is true, but cities are expensive and dirty. The countryside is clean and peaceful.
Member 1: There is no entertainment or good food available in the countryside.
Member 2: I disagree. We can get organic vegetables in the countryside, and there are local entertainers.
Please do a role play of a doctor and a patient. The patient is sick and needs to be referred to a specialist.
Example:
Patient: Hi Doctor.
Doctor Jones (PCP): Hello. How are you?
P: I am not well.
D: I am sorry to hear that. What is wrong?
P: My head hurts. I have headaches, and my eyes hurt. I think I need to see an Eye Doctor to check out my eyes for new glasses. Can you please refer me to an Eye Doctor for my eyesight?
D: Yes. I will send a referral to Dr. Ting in our computer system.
P: Thank you. Can I go straight to Dr. Ting’s today?
D: No. You will still need to call Dr. Ting’s office to make an appointment. When you call, tell them that Doctor Jones sent a referral through the computer system.
P: Thank you.