Interview Items

Interview Questionnaire

• Tell me about yourself

• What are your strengths/challenges

• What about this job made you interested in it? And why do you want it?

• Tell me about the accomplishment you are most proud of?

• Tell me about a time that you made a mistake and how you handled it?

• Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

• What did you like the most about your last position?

• How do you handle stress?

• Why did you want to get into healthcare or why are you in healthcare?

• Name a time that you had a difficult coworker. How did you handle it?

• What decisions are the most difficult for you?

• Name a time or how would you deal with a decision your boss made that you disagree with?

• Why do you think you would be a good fit for this position?

Remember

• Formula for answering interview questions:

• Problem + solution + outcome

• Problem identification + prevention + solution

• Interviewers want to hear that you want to stay at the company for a while

• Print the job description and write down the specific examples you have that show you have the skills that are required for the jobs

• Find quantifiable examples

• If you don’t have an example from work – can pull from education, volunteering, etc.

Tips & Tricks

• Test your equipment the day before your interview

  • Find a quiet, well-lit room

  • Recheck your internet connection

  • Double-check your camera

  • Practice with your Career Services Advisor

• Stay focused

  • Minimize distractions around you

  • Review your notes beforehand, but do not read from them

  • Review the job description and have your resume/cover letter close at hand

• Always reach out and say thank you for the interview

  • Typically done via email within 24 hours

  • This can help build a stronger connection and make you stand out if the field is close!