Job interview

A. A.DefinitionOf Job Interview

Job interview is a conversation which occurs between a potential employer and a job applicant. During the job interview, the employer has the opportunity to appraise applicant’s qualifications, appearance and general fitness for the job opening.

B. Expressions

During interviews, it is advisable to use language that is easy to understand and also communicative. So, that the person interviewed can understand the question and provide the correct response based on the question.

1. Draw attention to your education and qualifications, or any formal training you may have received:

I graduated from (university/college etc) in (the year)… 

I studied at (university/college)…

2. Focus on your work experience and your career so far:

I worked for (company name) as a (job role)…

I worked in (sector) for (period of time)…

3. Use intensifiers to make stronger statements:

I am very organised and extremely focused...

I am really good at showing initiative/presenting information/problem-solving/controlling budgets/achieving objectives/motivating colleagues/meeting deadlines/creating ideas...

4. If appropriate, talk about your background, where you are from, and where you grew up:

I was born in (country) and grew up in (country)...

I relocated/moved to (country) when I was (age)...

5. It is always a good idea to give examples of how you use your skills in a work setting:

I was involved in several projects…

I have managed a large number of projects over the years….

I set up several new systems...

6. Some interviewers may want to know what other interests you have outside of work. Here are a few suggestions:

I like/love going to art galleries/museums…

I like/love playing football/tennis…

I watch a lot of...

Example from my job interview 

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