Job Interview

 English Questions for Interview

1. Tell me about yourself

Arti: Ceritakan dirimu.

Ini adalah pertanyaan interview bahasa Inggris yang paling sering ditanyakan. 

Pastikan kamu tidak memberikan informasi yang terlalu detail dan terlalu singkat tentang dirimu ketika menjawab pertanyaan ini, seperti ditulis The Balance Careers.

Contoh jawaban: 

My name is Kevin Caesario. I am twenty five years old.

I’ve been working as a software engineer in two tech companies in Jakarta. There, I learned a lot about software.

After office hours, I used to join some software engineer classes to upgrade my skill. I’ve been loving things related to technology since I was in high school.

2. Tell me about your work experience

Arti: Ceritakan tentang pengalaman kerjamu.

Contoh jawaban:

 I have 4 years of experience in advertising. Previously, I worked at an agency and handled more than 50 clients.

As an advertising specialist, I made advertising concepts with the clients and helped them to achieve their goals.

One of my biggest clients was a top FMCG company in Indonesia. At that time, I finished a big project with a limited budget.

3. Tell me about your education

Arti: Ceritakan tentang pendidikanmu.

I graduated from the Faculty of Business and Economics University of Maju Pendidikan, majoring in Management. There, I learned a lot about marketing, finance, human resources, and operations management.

I also participated in some clubs to improve my soft skills and competitions.

4. Why do you want this job?

Arti: Mengapa kamu menginginkan pekerjaan ini?

Graphic design is in my blood. I have loved to visualize things around me since elementary school. Then, I joined some courses to improve my design skill.

Until now, I have worked with some companies to help them with my design. They all are satisfied with my design.

Now, I hope I can also help your company to visualize your needs. This company has the same vision as me: education. I want to visualize our vision together.

5. What do you know about this company?

Arti: Apa yang kamu ketahui tentang perusahaan ini?

Your company is a fast-growing startup that focuses on e-wallet for millennials. Since its establishment, your company has gained several achievements, awards, and milestones.

I also like the way you market your services and approach your target market.

6. What is your greatest strength?

Arti: Apa kelebihan terbesarmu?

I’m a natural problem-solver. I find it rewarding to dig deep and uncover solutions to challenges—it’s like solving a puzzle. It’s something I’ve always excelled at and something I enjoy.

Much of product development is about finding innovative solutions to challenging issues, which is what drew me to this career path in the first place.