Job Interview Tips Make sure you are prepared! It’s important to make a good first impression and know about the job you’re applying for. Here are some suggestions to help you:
Do your research. research. Learn about the employer and the position you are applying for before the interview. How will you be able to help them? Pay attention to your appearance. appearance. Make sure you are clean and professional looking. Be sure to arrive 10 minutes early to early to any interview. Be formal but friendly. friendly. Say hello to your interviewer and introduce yourself with a smile. Listen carefully carefully to the interviewer. Ask them to repeat a question if you don’t understand it. Prepare your answers. answers. If you have worked before, talk about your experiences. experiences. Use examples of examples of how your skills and abilities fit the job you want to have. Sell yourself! Plan your questions. questions. Ask questions about the job. This will show you are intereste i nterested d and responsible. Above all, be natural and be yourself. yourself .
Škola stranih jezika MY SCHOOL Ilije Ognjanovića 14 • 21000 Novi Sad 021/ 522 466 • 062 788 499
Job Interview Questions 1. Tell me about yourself. I am from / I come from Sombor, a town in Serbia. Currently, I am a student at the University of Belgrade and I study Law. I’m in my final final year but I plan to do a master’s degree after I graduate. In my free time, I enjoy traveling and learning languages. I’m also interested in volunteering because I like helping people.
2. What are you studying at university? At this time , I’m in my second second year of Architecture at the Faculty of Technical Sciences in Novi Sad. I really love Architecture because I have always been interested in design and the history of architecture. After that, I would like to continue with my studies and do a master’s degree in the same field.
3. What do you know about our company? I have read on your website that Marriott International is a hotel chain from Maryland. It is the leader in hotel industry. It has hotels in over 70 different countries. Also, some of my friends have worked in one of your hotels and they say that the work atmosphere is lively and really friendly.
4. What is your primary reason for joining the W&T USA program? The best thing about the program is that I get the chance to experience the American way of living and the multicultural environment. The program also gives me an opportunity to become more independent, improve my English, travel around the USA and gain some working experience.
5. What do you think is your most important skill / characteristic? I would say I’ m a / I see myself as a people person. I really enjoy meeting and working with a lot of different people. My friends tell me that I am a perfectionist. I pay attention to all the details, and like to be sure that everything is just right. My greatest strength is my flexibility. At university, I have learned that some projects require individual attention and others involve teamwork, and I have successfully handled both. I have excellent communication skills. Most of my teachers have pointed out my ability to organize my thoughts, give presentations and communicate with different listeners.
Škola stranih jezika MY SCHOOL Ilije Ognjanovića 14 • 21000 Novi Sad 021/ 522 466 • 062 788 499
Job Interview Questions 6. What are your plans for the future? After I return from the US, my primary goal is to graduate and continue with my studies, possibly do a master’s degree. Although it is hard to predict the future, I believe that I will become a very good software engineer. Through my academic studies, I have enjoyed organizing projects, so I’d like to pursue a career in project management.
7. What would be your best job in the USA? w ould prefer to work as a hostess because this t his job provides Although I’m extremely ada ptable, I would me with an opportunity to improve my English. And also, I have developed excellent people skills by working on some projects which required me to interact with people.
8. Do you know what this job is about? I have read the job description. / My agency has informed me about the job. / I have done some research. I have learned that the main responsibilities are serving and charging customers. I know that my main duties include keeping the rooms tidy, making beds and maintaining hygiene.
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Is location important to you? Where would you like to go?
Although I would prefer to stay in the Mid-Atlantic area / on the East Coast, I wouldn’t reject other offers. I have heard great things about Alaska from my friends who have participated in the program. I know that it is a place with breathtaking nature and outgoing people.
10. How do you feel about being separated separ ated from your friends and family for 4 months? Although my family and I have never been separated for that long, my parents don’t live in the same place where I study so I have been living alone for two years already and I’m quite independent. Of course, I will miss both my family and friends, but I can talk to them over Skype. Also, I make friends easily so I surely won’t be lonely. lonely.
Škola stranih jezika MY SCHOOL Ilije Ognjanovića 14 • 21000 Novi Sad 021/ 522 466 • 062 788 499
Job Interview Questions 11.
Do you have any questions?
Yes, I have a question … How would you describe the duties of the job?
How would you describe a typical day in this position?
What will be the biggest challenge in this position?
What kind of training should I expect?
Škola stranih jezika MY SCHOOL Ilije Ognjanovića 14 • 21000 Novi Sad 021/ 522 466 • 062 788 499
