Career Development Guide - Western Michigan University
Career Development Guide - Western Michigan University
Career Development Guide - Western Michigan University
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INTERVIEWING &<br />
NEGOTIATING<br />
48<br />
Interview Successfully<br />
Examples of Interview Questions and Answers<br />
Illegal Questions<br />
Most interviewers are knowledgeable and highly trained in the skill of interviewing. Yet,<br />
occasionally, illegal or inappropriate questions may be asked naively or in an effort to build personal<br />
rapport with you. Interviewers should not ask about your origin/ethnicity, race, age, weight, marital<br />
status, disability, religion, gender, or sexual orientation, unless it is required to fulfill the job<br />
requirements.<br />
Formula to answer – three strategies:<br />
1. Answer the question in a “friendly” way providing minimal detail. Then, change the topic quickly by<br />
asking a question about the job or interviewer’s duration with company.<br />
2. Provide an answer that addresses what you believe is the employer’s “intent” that relates to your ability to<br />
perform the job.<br />
3. Ask a question or acknowledge the employer’s question to clarify the information the employer is<br />
seeking.<br />
Examples:<br />
� How old are you? You look young; has that ever been a problem for you?<br />
I prepare for my meetings and follow through on my commitments, which has helped me build good<br />
working relationships with my co-workers and supervisors. I think my dependability and maturity<br />
helps me to perform as well as people with more experience.<br />
� Are you married? Is your husband willing to relocate?<br />
I am excited about the opportunity to begin my career in the Chicago area. Yes, we are available to<br />
relocate to Chicago, and I can begin employment on or shortly after June 15th. Does that work?<br />
� Where are you from? Where were you born? Do you have U.S. Citizenship?<br />
Although I was born in India, I have eligibility to accept internship employment, especially since it<br />
relates to my academic studies. Do you have other international student employees?<br />
� So, are there still good parties on campus?<br />
College is definitely the “good life.” Did you live on campus when you were here? We sure learn<br />
how to live and function in tight quarters!
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