Wouldn’t it be great if you knew exactly what questions a hiring manager would be asking you in your next job interview?
We can’t read minds, unfortunately, but we’ll give you the next best thing: a list of 50 of the most commonly asked interview questions, along with advice for answering them all.
While we don’t recommend having a canned response for every interview question (in fact, please don’t), we do recommend spending some time getting comfortable with what you might be asked, what hiring managers are really looking for in your responses, and what it takes to show that you’re the right person for the job.
Consider this list your interview question and answer study guide. (And don’t miss our bonus list at the end, with links out to resources on specific types of interview questions—about emotional intelligence or diversity and inclusion, for example—and interview questions by role, from accountant to project manager to teacher.)
Tell Me About Yourself – A Good Answer to This Interview Question
Interviews for Top Jobs at Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Administrative Assistant Interview
I interviewed at Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Interview
Four interviewees, back to back questions . Intimidating. Have to think fast and on your feet. Job description explained well . Must tell what you bring to the table clearly and how you will get it done
- What do you bring to the table
Transportation Analyst Interview
I applied online. I interviewed at Metropolitan Transportation Authority (New York, NY) in Jul 2020
Interview
One of the borough bus planner reached out and four of them, one representing a borough, interviewed me for an hour. The interview was a mix of technical and qualitative questions.
- Tell me about how your would be use the pivot table function in Excel.Tell me how you would plan a bus service at a newly opened shopping center.
Intern Interview
I interviewed at Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Interview
They come around to plenty of colleges and universities. It’s as simple as leaving your info/resume with them. If they like your experience they will reach out for an interview.
- Questions were typical interview questions.
50+ most common job interview questions
This question seems simple, so many people fail to prepare for it, but it’s crucial. Heres the deal: Don’t give your complete employment (or personal) history. Instead, give a pitch—one that’s concise and compelling and that shows exactly why you’re the right fit for the job. Muse writer and MIT career counselor Lily Zhang recommends using a present, past, future formula. Talk a little bit about your current role (including the scope and perhaps one big accomplishment), then give some background as to how you got there and experience you have that’s relevant. Finally, segue into why you want—and would be perfect for—this role.
Possible answer to “Tell me about yourself.”
“Well, I’m currently an account executive at Smith, where I handle our top-performing client. Before that, I worked at an agency where I was on three different major national healthcare brands. And while I really enjoyed the work that I did, I’d love the chance to dig in much deeper with one specific healthcare company, which is why I’m so excited about this opportunity with Metro Health Center.”
FAQ
How do I prepare for a municipal interview?
While researching the city’s website, look to see if there is an online job description that states typical duties of the position. Go into the interview with as much information as possible of what the job entails. Within the job description, review the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
How do I prepare for a retail assistant interview?
- What makes a good sales assistant?
- How do you close a sale?
- View and apply to more Sales Jobs.
- How would you describe our customer?
- What is it about this position that interests you the most?
- What positive elements do you bring to the team?
What questions does GM ask in an interview?
- How would you describe your leadership style?
- Describe a time you led by example.
- What’s your approach to delegating employees? …
- Describe someone you coached or mentored. …
- How would you tell a colleague that he/she was underperforming?
- Talk about the time you led an important meeting.
How long is Metra hiring process?
