UNLV Career Handbook - Magazine - Page 44
ANSWERING INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
RESPONDING TO PERSONAL QUESTIONS
It is normal to be nervous during an interview. Take a deep
breath and keep the tone conversational. Some interviewers
may ask you a set of predetermined questions, while others
may be more conversational and ask open-ended questions
based on your resume. Find a good balance between listening
and speaking.
Most professional interviewers are trained to ask only those
questions that relate to the applicant's ability to do the job;
however, you should be aware of your rights as an applicant.
Be Speci昀椀c: Use the Situation, Task, Action, Result
(STAR) Method
NATIONAL ORIGIN
Do not just say, “I’m a good manager.” Give an example of how
you have demonstrated good management skills. Describe a
Situation, the Tasks that needed to be done in the situation,
the Actions you took, and the Results of those actions. Using
examples is one of the most important components of good
interviewing!
Sample Interview Questions
Career Services & Workforce Development can help you
learn how to be more comfortable during an interview
and how to answer interview questions. Our Career &
Professional Development Specialists can tailor your mock
interview to your speci昀椀c situation. Additionally, we have
a program called StandOut, which offers very speci昀椀c
interview training with feedback.
9 ACCEPTABLE
8 UNACCEPTABLE
9 Are you authorized to work in the U.S.?
8 Are you a U.S. citizen?
8 Where were you born?
8 What is your native tongue?
AGE
9 Are you over the age of 18? (21 if required by law)
8 How old are you?
8 What is the date of your birth?
MARITAL AND FAMILY STATUS
9 Would you be willing to travel as necessary?
9 Would you be willing to relocate?
8 Are you married?
8 Do you have any children?
8 Have you made child care arrangements?
MEMBERSHIP
9 Are you a member of any professional or trade
associations related to the position?
8 Are you a member of any social, religious, or political
organizations?
DISABILITY
9 Do you have any disabilities that would prevent
you from performing the duties of the job?
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9 Please describe your disability for the purpose of
assessing any accommodations that need to be made.
8 Do you have any disabilities?
8 Have you had any recent or
past illnesses or operations?
8 How is your health?
ARREST RECORD
9 Have you ever been convicted of a crime that is reasonably
related to the job in question?
8 Have you ever been arrested?
PERSONAL
9 Are you able to lift 50 pounds? (if relevant to the position)
8 What are your height and weight?
MILITARY
9 In what branch of the armed forces did you serve?
9 What training or education did you receive in the military?
8 Were you honorably discharged from the military?
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