Getting to Know You
What are you passionate about?
You clearly define what you’re passionate about
You show me that you’re well-rounded and have interests outside of work
Are you interviewing with other employers? If so, which ones?
You are honest
You remain respectful
You did not overshare
How has your school experience prepared you for a career?
Provided examples to illustrate the benefits of UH
Demonstrated thoughtful decision making
Effectively linked learning with a career path
Tell us about a time you went above and beyond the requirements for a project.
What was the project you worked on?
What was the project outcome?
What did you learn from this complex project?
What is your greatest weakness?
You’re honest
You choose a true weakness
You tell me how you improved/are improving your weakness
Give me an example of a time that you had multiple competing deadlines. How did you prioritize your tasks to ensure that everything was done on time?
Clearly defined the situation
Listed out the task/tasks
Explained the action taken
What was the result?
What is your most significant leadership experience?
Articulated relevant skills and accomplishments
Indicates what was learned from experience
Identified an outcome and relevance to the workplace
Remains humble but doesn’t undersell experience
Describe a time when you were faced with problems or stresses that tested your coping skills.
Explains the stress and/or problem
Explains how the stress/problem tested your coping skills
Indicates how the problem was solved
Maintained a positive attitude
What is your greatest strength?
You’re honest
You tell me how you utilize your strength
You gave a sample to back it up
Give me an example of when you had to motivate someone else.
Provided applicable example
Answer reflected the ability to interact with others
The answer indicated a positive attitude
What do you do to keep yourself up-to-date on trends in your field?
Indicates field
Explains how they stay up-to-date on trends
Gives an example of the trend
Show that you are interested in learning more
Tell me about a time when you had an unexpected event that required you to change your priorities.
The answer is clear and organized
Approach is respectful
Indicates how the problem is solved
Tell me about yourself (professional persona, what makes you stand out, why you’ll fit)
Provide an impressive introduction
Present an organized thought process
Emphasize strong points
Use a professional closing
Give an example of when you had a conflict, and how you solved it.
The answer indicated a positive attitude
Answer reflected the ability to interact well with others
Expressed ideas clearly and concisely
Show that you can work through a conflict
What skills have you picked up during your college and work experience and how are they relevant to today’s job market?
List relevant skills
Explain how you’ve been able to utilize these skills
Explain how you’re skills are relevant to today’s job market
Tell me about a time when you had to follow a decision that you did not agree with.
Your solution includes teamwork
The answer indicates the steps you would take
Your solution shows professionalism
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Conveyed clearly defined career goals
Reflected ambition and leadership potential
What is the most difficult decision you have had to make and how did you come to that decision?
Clearly defined the decision that needed to be made
The answer indicates consideration of both options
How was the decision ultimately made
What was the result of the decision
What sets you apart from other qualified candidates?
Highlighted marketable skills and unique selling points
Portrayed self-confidence
Used a professional closing
Describe a time when you faced an ethical challenge and how you resolved it.
Describes ethical challenge
Describes steps taken to resolve the problem
What was the result
Maintains a high level of integrity and ethical standards