Job Interview :

A.Fresh Graduated
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1. Why Are You Interested In Our Organization?

I believe that your organization will give me a chance to learn more about this field and get better at my job
as a fresh graduate. I particularly love the mentorship program that you have in place for new recruits and
graduates. I will also get the chance to work with several experienced professionals and learn more from
them. All these experiences will be extremely helpful in my future undertakings. I am willing to work hard
and do my best to deliver.

2. Tell Us About Yourself

I am Brian White, a graduate of UBC School of Business. I grew up in Michigan, before moving to New
York for school. I graduated three months ago and I am currently looking for a job. I am passionate about
business analysis, greatly needed in this job. I love working with people and getting along well with my
colleagues; a quality that will come in handy when working here. I will have a good time in your
establishment if given a chance.

3. Why Do You Think You Are The Best Candidate For This Job?

Your company is known for its commitment to collaborative work. I know how to get along well
with others and encourage them to be at their best, which should help me fit easily into the
workplace. I was appointed to lead several teams on campus owing to my team working and
interpersonal skills. I am also a hardworking, self-driven, and highly committed individual;
qualities that every employee should have. All these qualities make me positive that I will
succeed if given a chance.

4. Can You Handle The Pressure That Will Come From This Job?
I am proud of my ability to stay focused and calm during stressful situations, which makes me positive that I
will handle the pressure occasioned by this job. I did nine units in my final semester in college, reading
through the night most of the time. I had reading and assignment plans that helped me handle a heavy
workload. I even managed to get distinctions in eight units and also did well in the ninth.

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5. How Would Your Lecturers Describe You?

I am confident that my lecturers would describe me as a disciplined and committed student. They would
say that I am an effective leader, given my time as the campus president, effectively reducing disciplinary
cases and forming a strong student union. However, they would also tell you that I occasionally prefer to
assign myself several tasks, which I am trying to correct through delegation. Most of the reviews would be
positive.

6. Have You Ever Worked With A Difficult Person?

I have worked with several difficult people in my career. My worst experience was with a fellow student in
my final year of school. She was lazy, disorganized, and didn’t care to meet any deadline. I had to handle
all the schoolwork alone, even though we were meant to work together. I decided to be hard on her,
insisting on regular progress updates and occasional check-ups. Even though she wasn’t as cooperative as
the first, I managed to change how she handled things. We both managed to graduate.

7. Do You Have Any Hobbies?

I have several hobbies. I love fitness and wellness and, therefore,  work out four times a week. I particularly
jog because it revitalizes my body, gets me in the right mental frame, and gets me happy. I also paint
occasionally over the weekend and take art classes to perfect my art pieces. Lastly, I love hanging out and
playing video games with my friends. All these hobbies get me in the right state of mind to explore my
creativity. They also increase my focus, highly needed for this job.

8. Have You Ever Worked In A Team Setting?

Yes. I have been part of several teams before, both in my personal undertakings and schoolwork. My
college heavily relied on group work,  teaming up on assignments. It required everyone’s input. All my team
members managed to graduate because we took care of each other, ensuring that everyone was at their
best. I followed up on all of them, pushing them to meet set deadlines, making me confident that I will fit in
well within your organizational structures.

9. What Is Your Ideal Work Environment?

I can only describe my ideal work environment and not a former experience because I don’t have
experience at the moment. I prefer an environment I can explore my creativity and offer feedback without
anyone feeling offended. I would also prefer working in a place that values teamwork and cares about the
well-being of employees. I am positive that I will find everything I need here and have an excellent
experience, after going through your company’s profile and culture.

10. What Is Your Greatest Strength?

I have several positive qualities that will help me achieve excellent results in this job. However, the most
significant is my ability to multitask without compromising on my everyday quality of work. I can handle
several tasks without breaking a sweat and stay focused a long time, coming in handy whenever I have a
lot on my plate. I am sure that I will deliver, especially in such a job that requires someone to handle many
tasks simultaneously. However, I will willing to ask for help where necessary.

11. Where Do You See Yourself In The Next Five Years?

I am at the start of my career and cannot talk about management or most of the positions that
require years of practice and patience. However, I will have gained significant experience in the
next five years that will put me in a better place. I  will have also advanced in my career, and if
possible, got a few promotions. Such moves do not come easily and, therefore, I will put my
best foot forward and give my all to ensure I advance in my career in the next five years.
12. How Would You Communicate Something Technical To A Colleague Working In A
Different Department?
I believe that knowing how to communicate with all types of people, regardless of their positions or job
descriptions in the workplace is an asset. In such an instance, I will use simple language instead of
technical jargon to pass across the information. I will break down and dissect every piece of information,
giving real-life examples, if any. I am also willing to ask questions at the end of the discussion to confirm if
they understood me. In case of any concern or misunderstanding, I will be more than ready to offer
clarifications.

13. Do You Know What It Takes To Build A Successful Career?

Yes. I have attended several career workshops and met some of the most amazing coaches. However,
what stands out is how they stress hard work, determination, and commitment for anybody who expects to
build a successful career. Hard work is normally rewarded, while commitment keeps everyone in check.
One must also be willing to follow the rules and respect others to build a successful career. Lastly, one can
only have a good career if they are ready to work on their flaws and get better at their job. A fast learner
always has better chances of achieving a more successful career.

14. What Will You Contribute To Our Organization?

I don’t have much to offer in terms of experience, but the organization will benefit from my diverse set of
skills and positive work attitude. The current employees will have avid and responsive teamwork while the
management will enjoy an easy to work with the person. I am also good at managing conflicts and will
definitely chip in when needed. Lastly, I am passionate about this field and will be ready and willing to put in
the work required to help me advance in my career.

15. What Do You Know About Us?

I know that this company was founded in 2003 with only seven employees. It almost closed
doors a year later due to low business but decided to strategize. By 2007, the employee count
had grown from 7 to 300 and the company even opened another branch. It was named the best
startup of the year and received more funding from several investors. You have managed to
perform exceedingly well over the years owing to your excellent management ability and skilled
team of employees.

16. What Will Motivate You To Succeed In This Job As A Go-Getter?

I have been proud of the fact that I am self-motivated. I can push myself to get out of bed and do a good
job, even on not-so-good days. I also love succeeding at what I do, which pushes me to work hard and
acquire everything I  need to succeed. I am willing to put my best foot forward and perform exceedingly
well,  given a chance.

17. How Flexible Are You?

I am flexible at the moment, due to j no engagements on the side. I am fresh from college and trying to
build my own life. I don’t have any family commitments, and even though prefer a healthy work-life balance,
I am willing to step in when needed. I can also work overtime to succeed at this job and work hard towards
the profitability of the company. However, I would occasionally need to be notified early enough in case I
am needed to fill in for someone.

18. Are You Willing To Relocate Now That You Are Done With School?
Even though I would really want to work here,  I cannot afford to relocate. I am currently going through
personal issues that may not allow me to settle in a different place. I would appreciate a chance to work
around the home.  However, if it won’t be possible, I will have to forego this chance. I will be ready if such
an opportunity comes up in the future.

19. What Did You Enjoy Doing Most During Your Time in School?
I played, and still play soccer. I enjoyed bonding with my teammates and playing against new opponents.
Most time I spent on the pitch was highly fulfilling; experiences that I would love to relive. I also enjoyed
serving as a student leader. I was a class representative for two years and school president for one year. I
cherished the interactions, and the love I got from the students. I believe that I will be able to win over my
colleagues in a similar manner if I get a chance.

20. How Will You Motivate Your Colleagues to Work Hard?

I believe that employee motivation is one of the most necessary things in an office setting.
Therefore, I plan on motivating my fellow employees and pushing them to be at their best. I will
compliment them for any positive achievement and acknowledge them in front of everyone. I am
pretty sure that I will have a good time associating with them.

Conclusion
We have covered most of the questions you should expect in your upcoming interview. Ensure that you are
well-versed with your internship area to increase your chances of landing the job.

B. Have experience
1. Tell me about yourself 

Terjemahan: Ceritakan tentang diri Anda 

Ini merupakan pertanyaan pertama dalam perkenalan interview bahasa

Inggris yang biasanya ditanyakan.

Tujuan pewawancara menanyakan hal ini adalah untuk mendapatkan

informasi tentang pekerjaanmu sekarang dan latar belakangmu di dunia
pekerjaan. Jawaban yang kamu berikan harus relevan dengan posisi yang
sedang kamu lamar.

Tipsnya adalah untuk presentasikan dirimu sebagai kandidat yang paling

cocok untuk pekerjaan tersebut.

Contoh jawaban untuk pertanyaan wawancara dalam bahasa Inggris:

My name is Kelly. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the

University of Indonesia and I have been working as a Software Engineer at Company Z
for 2 years. I developed the backend of the company’s web application, specifically the
product detail page using Java programming language. I am also proficient in C# and
Python.
📚 Baca juga: 5 Contoh Perkenalan Diri dalam Bahasa Inggris Saat Interview!

2. Why did you decide to apply for this job?

Terjemahan: Mengapa Anda memutuskan untuk melamar pekerjaan ini?

Pewawancara menanyakan hal ini untuk mengetahui seberapa inginnya kamu

untuk bekerja di posisi ini dan pengalaman apa saja yang dapat kamu
tawarkan, dan apa yang dapat kamu kontribusi untuk perusahaan tersebut.
Contoh teks jawaban interview dalam bahasa Inggris:

Company X is one of the leading e-commerce companies in Indonesia. I have a great

interest in the e-commerce industry where it is one of the rapidly growing industries. I
am enthusiastic about the fast-paced working culture so I can learn a lot of new things
while also working for the company. In my past experience, I have worked as a Data
Analyst in which I gathered and manipulated data and transformed it into valuable
information in the form of reports to boost the company’s sales.

3. What are your biggest strengths?

 Terjemahan: Apa kelebihan terbesar Anda?

Pertanyaan interview pekerjaan bahasa Inggris ini sering ditanyakan untuk

mengetahui kelebihan yang kamu miliki. Jawaban ini akan lebih baik jika
kamu bisa menceritakan pengalaman kamu sebelumnya yang
mendeskripsikan kelebihanmu dalam dunia profesional.
Contoh jawaban job interview dalam bahasa Inggris:

One of my strengths is my willingness to learn and I am a fast learner. During the start
of my career, I started from zero when entering this field of Data Science. I was trained
with self-study material for a month with minimum supervision and had to pass a
certification test in one try, before I can be involved in a real client project to work on. 

4. What is your biggest weakness?

Terjemahan: Apa kekurangan terbesar Anda?

Selanjutnya, kekurangan juga sering ditanyakan dalam interview dengan

bahasa Inggris, setelah pertanyaan sebelumnya tentang kelebihan. Tujuan
dari pertanyaan ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana kamu bisa
mengatasi kelemahanmu dengan cara yang nyata.
Contoh jawaban untuk interview kerja bahasa Inggris:

One of my weaknesses is that I am a forgetful person when I am working under

pressure. The way I overcome this is to write down the important points in my personal
notes so I can refer to and be reminded by the message points that I would like to work
on.

5. Why should we hire you over other candidates?

Terjemahan: Mengapa kami harus memilih Anda daripada kandidat lain?

Pertanyaan wawancara bahasa Inggris ini tentu sudah tidak asing lagi,
mengingat bahwa kamu pasti akan bertarung dengan kandidat-kandidat
lainnya dengan jumlah posisi yang terbatas. Cara menjawab interview bahasa
Inggris ini adalah dengan menceritakan pengalaman pribadi yang
menggambarkan kelebihanmu atau pencapaianmu secara relevan dengan
lowongan pekerjaan yang kamu lamar.
Contoh jawaban interview dalam bahasa Inggris:

As a fresh graduate, I am fully aware that I lack professional working experience.

However, in my university year, I had taken several certification exams which had a lot
of value-adding skills to me personally that have boosted my academic grades. Besides
that, I am also active in participating in different student organizations to sharpen my
soft skills while managing assignments successfully. I learned to prioritize my
responsibilities as a student and also as an organization leader. Therefore, with these
valuable experiences and mindset, I believe that I am the right candidate and I am
confident in what I can offer.

6. What are your biggest achievements?

Terjemahan: Apa pencapaian terbesar Anda?

Pada contoh pertanyaan interview kerja bahasa Inggris ini, kamu diharapkan
untuk menceritakan bagaimana kamu berhasil mencapai target/goal dalam
pekerjaanmu sebelumnya. Jawaban akan lebih bagus jika bisa diukur atau
bersifat kuantitatif, yang menunjukkan kontribusi kamu bagi perusahaan
tersebut melalui keahlian dan pengalaman yang kamu miliki.
Contoh jawaban untuk pertanyaan wawancara dalam bahasa Inggris:

My biggest achievement during my tenure in the product management team is

successfully increasing the number of website visits by publishing updated news on the
current flight regulations which results in the increasing of website traffic to 35%.
Furthermore, my team managed to reduce the number of customer churn by 10% by
using feedback data to do predictive analysis on the reason for customer churn.

7. Tell me about a time you handled a

conflict/challenge

Terjemahan: Ceritakan tentang saat Anda menangani konflik/tantangan

Cara menjawab pertanyaan interview bahasa Inggris ini adalah dengan

menggunakan STAR method.

Situation: Memberikan gambaran konteks dan situasi.

Task: Jelaskan apa tantangan atau tanggung jawab kamu.
Action: Ceritakan semua tindakan yang kamu ambil untuk mengatasi
tantangan tersebut.
Result: Jelaskan apa hasil akhirnya dan bagaimana hasilnya sesuai dengan
tujuan keseluruhan proyek atau perusahaan.
Contoh teks jawaban dalam bahasa Inggris:

During my last job as an Analyst, I was given a project to do User Acceptance Testing
(UAT) according to the requirement from the SME. I had a minor configuration mistake
while I was in a UAT meeting with the SME. It is regarding the business days date,
which was supposed to be 5 business days instead of 7 business days. However during
that UAT run, I decided to run the bot normally as the main function of the bot still runs
well. I explained the situation carefully for them to understand and to schedule the next
UAT session another time. 
This experience teaches me to be able to communicate well with the SME using non-
technical words when faced with a difficult situation that needs a clear explanation of
something they are not familiar with. In the end, I successfully managed to pass the
UAT and the user was satisfied with what I presented.

Menjawab pertanyaan job interview dengan metode STAR

📚 Baca juga: Metode STAR: Contoh Menjawab Pertanyaan Interview dengan Sukses

8. Where do you see yourself in five years?

Terjemahan: Di mana Anda melihat diri Anda dalam lima tahun?

Ini merupakan pertanyaan wawancara bahasa Inggris yang sering ditanyakan

dalam bahasa indonesia juga. Pewawancara ingin mengetahui apakah kamu
seseorang yang mempunyai motivasi dan rencana untuk masa yang
mendatang.
Contoh jawaban job interview dalam bahasa Inggris:

Five years from now, I see myself becoming an expert in the field of consulting as I
would have been involved in various engagements from different industries, especially
in IT digital transformation. I would be improving myself by taking courses to enhance
my IT skills. I would also achieve a higher position in my career and have a team of my
own and be a great mentor to them.
📚 Baca juga: Ditanya “Apa Rencana 5 Tahun Kedepan?” Jawab Seperti Ini!

9. What is your hobby/What do you like to do

outside work?

Terjemahan: Apa hobi Anda/Apa yang Anda suka lakukan di luar pekerjaan?

Rekruter menanyakan pertanyaan ini supaya mereka bisa mengetahui

kepribadian kamu. Usahakan kamu memilih hobi yang produktif, lebih baik
lagi jika hobi kamu relevan dengan pekerjaan yang kamu lamar.
Contoh jawaban job interview:

I am in love with drawing and coloring since I was little. I used to participate in a lot of
art competitions back then. Art trains me to be creative and play with my imagination.
What I love with this job (Social Media Marketing) is that it lets me be involved in making
eye-catching posts and content while at the same time use my marketing skills to
practice.

10. Why did you apply for this position?

Terjemahan: Mengapa Anda melamar posisi ini?

Contoh jawaban interview bahasa Inggris:
I have been working in this field (Customer Service) for about 2 years and I felt this job
is what I wanted to pursue deeper. I believe I can further improve my Customer Service
skills such as communication and problem solving, which in the end can increase the
satisfaction rate of your clients/customers. I believe I can contribute and be an asset to
your company.

11. Are you a team player?

Terjemahan: Apakah kamu dapat berkerja sama dalam tim?

Rekruter biasa menanyakan hal ini untuk mengetahui kemampuan kamu

dalam berkolaborasi, berkomunikasi dan bekerjasama dengan orang lain,
khususnya jika posisi yang kamu lamar memerlukan banyak interaksi dengan
tim maupun bidang lain.

Teks contoh jawaban interview kerja bahasa Inggris:

In my previous roles, I have served as both a team leader and a team contributor, so I'm
confident to say that I am comfortable working in a team environment. Regardless of the
position, I have always managed to make use of my reliability, communication abilities,
optimistic outlook, and outgoing nature to contribute significantly to the team.

12. What are you looking for in this position?

Terjemahan: Apa yang kamu cari di posisi ini?

Dengan menanyakan pertanyaan ini, pewawancara ingin tahu apakah tujuan

kamu sesuai dan selaras dengan perusahaan sehingga kamu bisa
menempatkan posisi tersebut untuk jangka panjang. 
Contoh teks jawaban wawancara:
I’m excited about the opportunity to showcase my written communication skills. As a
marketing assistant at ABC Company, I would be able to apply the skills that I have
developed through years of hands-on experience in marketing and increase traffic and
sales to our platform.

Ingin lebih banyak pertanyaan interview yang sering ditanyakan untuk lolos
tahap interview kamu? Berikut adalah contoh pertanyaan interview kerja
dalam bahasa Inggris beserta artinya.

13. What are your salary requirements?

Terjemahan: Berapa gaji yang Anda harapkan?

Rekruter menanyakan ekspektasi kamu terhadap gaji yang ditawarkan untuk

mengetahui seberapa besar kamu menghargai skill yang kamu miliki. Jika
kamu sudah memiliki estimasi gaji yang kamu inginkan, pastikan
kamu mengetahui cara menyampaikannya kepada rekruter supaya
jawabanmu tidak menjatuhkan kesempatanmu untuk mendapatkan gaji yang
sesuai dengan keinginanmu.
Contoh jawaban:
 Based on the responsibilities and the number of people I will be managing, I think
somewhere in the area of X - X is a fair number. There's gonna be a lot of
challenges, but I'm sure I can succeed in this role.

 I'd like to propose X as the starting salary. I have the skill set needed for this role and
I've hit similar goals when working in my previous company. I'm confident I can
deliver the expected results your company is looking for.

Pertanyaan Interview Bahasa Inggris Lainnya 

14. Why did you leave your previous job?

Terjemahan: Mengapa Anda meninggalkan pekerjaan Anda sebelumnya?

15. How did you hear about this position?

Terjemahan: Bagaimana Anda Mendengar Tentang Posisi Ini?

16. How well do you handle stress/pressure?

Terjemahan: Seberapa baik Anda menangani stres/tekanan?

17. How do you prioritize your work?

Terjemahan: Bagaimana Anda Memprioritaskan Pekerjaan Anda?

18. Tell me about a time you demonstrated leadership skills.

Terjemahan: Ceritakan waktu saat Anda mendemonstrasikan keterampilan

kepemimpinan.

19. Are you willing to relocate?

Terjemahan: Apakah Anda bersedia pindah lokasi kerja?

20. What kind of working environment are you looking for?

Terjemahan: Lingkungan kerja seperti apa yang Anda cari?

21. Tell me about a time you failed

Terjemahan: Ceritakanlah pengalaman dimana Anda gagal

22. Are you doing interviews with other companies at this time?

Terjemahan: Apakah Anda sedang melakukan interview untuk perusahaan lain?

23. When can you start?

Terjemahan: Kapan Anda bisa mulai bekerja?

24. What other companies are you interviewing with?

Terjemahan: Apakah Anda sedang melamar kerja dan di interview oleh perusahaan
lain?

25. When do you feel most satisfied in your work?

Terjemahan: Kapan saatnya Anda merasa puas dengan pekerjaan Anda?

26. How do you prioritize your work

Terjemahan: Bagaiman cara Anda menyusun prioritas kerja Anda?

27. What do you like the least about your job?

Terjemahan: Apa hal yang paling tidak Anda sukai dengan pekerjaan Anda?

28. Do you have any questions?

Terjemahan: Apakah Anda memiliki pertanyaan?

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untuk HRD

Itulah contoh job interview bahasa Inggris. Lalu, apa yang harus dilakukan
setelah mempersiapkan semua jawaban interview bahasa Inggris diatas?
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