- In light of the school shutdown as a result of the COVID crisis, how have you been spending your time?
- How is your semester going?
- What’s it been like since you graduated?
- Why did you select your college or university?
- Can you super summarize your educational background for me?
- What factors did you consider in choosing a major?
- What college subjects did you like the best? The least? Why?
- Describe your study habits.
- Is your favorite course also one that is part of your major/minor? If so, describe how it has contributed to your career interests.
- In a few words, how would you describe your personality?
- Do you feel you received a good general education? Why?
- What changes would you make to your college or university?
- Do you have plans to pursue an advanced degree or certification?
- Tell me about your grades…overall and grades in your major.
- What is your salary range?
- What kind of challenge(s) are you seeking in your first job?
- Are there professional developmental funds?
- Do you have a subscription service to O’Reilly Safari Books Online?
- Describe your ideal job.
- How long would you expect to work here?
- Are you willing to relocate?
- Do you think your grades are a good indicator of your academic achievement?
- Do you feel you have done the best scholastic work you are capable of?
- What have you learned from your extra-curricular activities and volunteer experiences?
- What have you learned the most from your internships?
- Describe your most rewarding college experience.
- How would one of your professors describe you?
- Would you rather work alone or in a group?
- What criteria are you using to evaluate a potential employer?
- Describe a situation in which you failed and how you dealt with it. (Inquiring about how you deal with adversity.)
- Give me an example of a good decision you have made in the last six months.
- When you were growing up, did you work for spending money/allowance?
- What do you want us to know about you that isn’t on your résumé?
- Do you have any questions for us?
- Will I be working with a team? If so, how many people will I be working with?
- What will my role be?
- Are any team members remote? If so, are they in the same timezone?
- How long does it typically take for someone to move up into the next rank?
- Will I have a professional mentor?