EXAMPLE for U of T Engineering PERSONAL PROFILE Interview Questions
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Engineering Interview
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Interview
You need to record a 30 min video to answer the assigned questions. The first apart is introduction. The second part is a technical problems. You are not allowed to re-do the interview.
- Tell me about yourself (background)?
Engineering U of T: Portal & Online Student Profile
Before getting started on your Profile, you need to complete and submit your OUAC application (101 application for current high school students and 105 application for transfer students and all other applicants). The deadline for the OUAC application is January 12, 2023 (see other important dates and deadlines here).
Once you’ve done that, U of T will send you an email with instructions within 7-10 days about how to set up your JOIN U of T account.
Then, you will log into the Engineering Applicant Portal to access and complete your Online Student Profile (OSP), which is a mandatory part of the U of T Engineering admissions process. The OSP is due on February 1, 2023.
The U of T Online Student Profile has 6 sections:
Once you have completed different sections of the Online Student Profile, you will see a check mark beside that section on your dashboard. You can also see the required documents that U of T has received as well as standardized testing results (if applicable).
IMPORTANT: Submitting your application to U of T for early consideration as an OUAC 101 applicant will NOT impact the admission decision or give you a better chance of getting accepted. The only difference is that if you are accepted, you might receive an admission decision earlier than someone who applied for regular consideration. Click here to learn more information, and if you have questions, connect with a coach any time for support.
When deciding who to accept into the program, the admissions committee uses a ‘Broad-Based Admissions’ approach, where they evaluate you beyond your grades, considering your achievements, skills, and extracurriculars outside of the classroom.
This is where the Online Student Profile comes in. This Profile gives a full snapshot of these broad-based evaluation criteria, including your academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, and the information you provide in your Personal Profile answers (more on these below).
It’s your one chance to make a lasting first impression and show why you’re a perfect fit for the U of T Engineering program.
Keep reading for a breakdown of the Personal Profile, as well as possible written/video questions, prep tips, examples, common questions about the application, and much more.
If you have questions about this year’s Online Student Profile or you need help with your Personal Profile, connect with a coach for 1-on-1 support.
Common Engineering School Interview Questions
Offering confident and competent answers to questions during an engineering school interview highlights a candidate’s commitment to the program and foundational knowledge of the field. It is not necessary to memorize specific responses; in fact, nothing the candidate says should not come across as rehearsed. That said, drafting sample answers and using frequent repetition in a mock environment can ensure an interviewee will respond in the real setting with fluidity and poise. While preparing for interviews, candidates are encouraged to do the following:
The following is a list of common questions during interviews for engineering schools.
At the outset, admissions interviewers for engineering schools typically try to put candidates at ease with a general opening question. Since many interviews open with this, it’s an opportunity for a candidate to make a winning first impression, presenting a polished narrative about one’s road to engineering school and why she is the best possible contender for the position. This story should have a compelling flow and demonstrate one’s potential as an engineering students. Members of underrepresented groups in engineering (e.g., women, minorities, LGBTQ) may want to speak about any struggles with prejudice (if relevant), and how they overcame those difficulties. To draft sample responses to this question, a couple of other starting points for candidates include:
Engineering Applicant Portal Dashboard
When you enter the UofT Engineering Applicant portal for the first time, you will be greeted with the dashboard. In the dashboard you will find your personal information alongside with which sections of the profile you have completed.
It is also to note that the dashboard is also where you will get your letter of acceptance if you do get in.
After the dashboard, you can rank up to 4 programs in the order you would like to be considered for. In the past, strong applicants who got rejected from their first option are considered for their alternative choices.
You cannot put Engineering Science or Track One anywhere other than your first choice due to the high volume of applications.
Note: It does not matter what Engineering program you chose on OUAC, the admissions team will only look at this portion of the profile. In addition, you are allowed to change your choice around, however it is not recommended to do so near the early acceptance admission period or the final admission period.
The applicant timeline will give the admissions committee a brief outline of your full time activities from the time you began your high school studies until the end of high school.
FAQ
What are the basic questions asked in engineering interview?
- Can you tell me a little about yourself? …
- What do you know about our company and why do you want to work for us? …
- Why should I hire you? …
- How would you describe your ideal working environment? …
- Can you tell me about your three greatest strengths? …
- Can you talk about your weaknesses?
What is the acceptance rate for UofT engineering?
Why are you interested in engineering why U of T?
Tell me about the most challenging engineering project you’ve worked on. Describe a written technical report or presentation you had to complete. Explain a time you had to use logic to solve an engineering problem. Describe a time you demonstrated leadership skills at work.
