Questions to Ask Interns
Important questions to ask interns to understand their goals, provide meaningful experiences, and help them grow professionally.
1What are your career goals, and how do you hope this internship will help you achieve them?
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What are your career goals, and how do you hope this internship will help you achieve them?
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Why this works
Crucial for understanding their aspirations and how to provide relevant experiences and opportunities.
2What skills or experiences are you most interested in developing during this internship?
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What skills or experiences are you most interested in developing during this internship?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their learning objectives and how to provide meaningful development opportunities.
3What are your expectations for this internship, and what do you hope to learn?
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What are your expectations for this internship, and what do you hope to learn?
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Why this works
Essential for understanding their expectations and ensuring the internship meets their needs and goals.
4What are your strengths, and how can you contribute to our team?
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What are your strengths, and how can you contribute to our team?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their capabilities and how to leverage their strengths for team success.
5What are your areas for improvement, and how can we help you develop them?
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What are your areas for improvement, and how can we help you develop them?
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Why this works
Crucial for understanding their development needs and how to provide appropriate support and guidance.
6What are your preferred learning styles, and how do you learn best?
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What are your preferred learning styles, and how do you learn best?
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Why this works
Important for understanding how to provide effective learning experiences and support their development.
7What are your interests outside of work, and how do they relate to your career goals?
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What are your interests outside of work, and how do they relate to your career goals?
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Why this works
Shows interest in their personal development and helps you understand their broader interests and motivations.
8What are your expectations for feedback and guidance, and how often would you like to meet?
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What are your expectations for feedback and guidance, and how often would you like to meet?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their needs for support and how to provide effective mentorship.
9What are your concerns or fears about this internship, and how can we address them?
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What are your concerns or fears about this internship, and how can we address them?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their concerns and how to provide reassurance and support.
10What are your goals for networking and building professional relationships?
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What are your goals for networking and building professional relationships?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their networking goals and how to provide opportunities for professional connections.
11What are your expectations for work-life balance, and how can we support that?
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What are your expectations for work-life balance, and how can we support that?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their needs for balance and how to support their well-being.
12What are your interests in our industry, and what aspects would you like to explore?
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What are your interests in our industry, and what aspects would you like to explore?
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Why this works
Shows interest in their career development and helps you understand their industry interests.
13What are your expectations for project assignments, and what types of work interest you most?
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What are your expectations for project assignments, and what types of work interest you most?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their project preferences and how to assign meaningful work.
14What are your goals for professional development, and how can we help you achieve them?
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What are your goals for professional development, and how can we help you achieve them?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their development goals and how to provide appropriate opportunities.
15What are your expectations for team collaboration, and how do you prefer to work with others?
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What are your expectations for team collaboration, and how do you prefer to work with others?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their collaboration preferences and how to integrate them into the team.
16What are your interests in technology and tools, and what would you like to learn?
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What are your interests in technology and tools, and what would you like to learn?
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Why this works
Shows interest in their technical development and helps you understand their technology interests.
17What are your expectations for communication and updates, and how often would you like to check in?
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What are your expectations for communication and updates, and how often would you like to check in?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their communication needs and how to maintain effective communication.
18What are your goals for building a portfolio or resume, and how can we help?
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What are your goals for building a portfolio or resume, and how can we help?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their career development goals and how to provide relevant experiences.
19What are your expectations for mentorship and guidance, and what type of support do you need?
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What are your expectations for mentorship and guidance, and what type of support do you need?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their mentorship needs and how to provide effective guidance.
20What are your goals for the end of this internship, and what would success look like to you?
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What are your goals for the end of this internship, and what would success look like to you?
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Why this works
Important for understanding their definition of success and how to help them achieve their goals.
Supporting Intern Success
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Create Meaningful Experiences
Assign Relevant Work
Assign work that is relevant to their career goals and provides valuable learning experiences.
Provide Variety
Provide a variety of experiences and opportunities to help them explore different aspects of the role.
Encourage Growth
Encourage them to take on new challenges and step outside their comfort zone.
Provide Guidance and Support
Be Available
Be available for questions, guidance, and support when they need it.
Give Feedback
Provide regular feedback on their performance and help them understand areas for improvement.
Offer Mentorship
Offer mentorship and guidance to help them navigate their career development.
Foster Growth and Development
Encourage Learning
Encourage them to learn new skills and take on new challenges.
Provide Resources
Provide resources and opportunities for learning and professional development.
Celebrate Success
Celebrate their successes and achievements to build confidence and motivation.