Handout: What is the Employer Looking For In An Answer?

Tell me about yourself.

This is usually the first question asked by an employer. It is an invitation for you to talk about yourself. Remember that this is a job interview, keep your answers job-related.

What are you strengths?

This question presents you with the opportunity to talk about your personal qualities and job skills. This is the time to "sell" yourself to the employer by illustrating you have the skills he is looking for.

What do you know about our company?

Before attending an interview, you should make sure that you have done some research about the company. Your answer will show the employer that you do have an interest in working for the company and have some background knowledge related to the position. Your answer should contain positive information about the company and how your skills could benefit the company.

How do you feel about your last supervisor?

Remember that the interviewer is likely to be your supervisor. Try to avoid saying anything negative. If you had difficulty with your last supervisor try and think what you learned from this experience and focus your answer on this point.