Questions to be prepared for job interview
1. Q: Please tell me about yourself briefly.
Ans: My name is_____. I come from ____. I (have just) graduated from ______ University in the faculty of _______.
Or Ans: My name is __________________. I've just graduated from Ubonrajathanee University with a degree in Management Information System. During the summers, I had an internship and worked as an IT staff for a company in Bangkok. I have a good knowledge of programming. In my free time, I like reading magazines about computer and technology.
2. Q: What are your future plans?
Ans: I want to get a good job that can give me security and permanent income.
3. Q: Why did you choose this type of job?
Ans: Because I feel I am suited to this type of work and I am sure I will enjoy it very much.
4. Q: What do you know about our company? Why are you interested in working for us?
Ans: Your company has good reputation, it is well-established and has good management, I have also heard your company gives an opportunity for advancement to its employees. That is the reason why I want to work with you.
5. Q: What qualities do you need to make you successful in your work?
Ans: I must be sincere, hard-working, determined to succeed, enthusiastic to learn new things, open-minded and highly responsible.
6. Q: How do you spend your free time?
Ans: I read books, newspaper and watch news on TV; otherwise I go swimming with my friends.
7. Q: Why did you decide to study the subject in which you graduated?
Ans: Because I liked it and I planned to work in that field when I graduated.
8. What special qualifications do you have?
Ans: I can type both Thai and English and can also have Microsoft Certificate.
9. Q: How did you find out about job vacancies here?
Ans: I saw your advertisement in the Bangkok Post last week.
10. Q: What would you do if you happen to have a moody boss?
Ans: Try to keep cool, be alert to possible mistakes and try to avoid direct argument with him.
11. Q: What do you think about the cost of living at present?
Ans: I think it has gone up and people have economized otherwise it would be difficult to survive.
12. Q: If employed by us, how soon can you start?
Ans: As soon as required.
13. Q: Will it be alright if you have to work under probation period for 6 months?
Ans: That would not be a problem.
14. Is there anything else you would like to ask me?
Ans: No, Sir!