Questions to Ask Interns During Interview
Strategic questions to evaluate intern candidates, assess their potential, and ensure they're a good fit for your organization and team.
1What interests you most about this internship opportunity?
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What interests you most about this internship opportunity?
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Why this works
Reveals their motivation and whether they've researched your organization and the role.
2What specific skills or experiences are you hoping to gain from this internship?
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What specific skills or experiences are you hoping to gain from this internship?
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Why this works
Shows their learning goals and whether they align with what your organization can provide.
3How do you approach learning new things and adapting to new environments?
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How do you approach learning new things and adapting to new environments?
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Why this works
Reveals their learning style and adaptability, which are crucial for internship success.
4What's your experience with [relevant technology, software, or skill for the role]?
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What's your experience with [relevant technology, software, or skill for the role]?
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Why this works
Assesses their technical background and readiness for the specific requirements of the internship.
5How do you handle feedback and constructive criticism?
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How do you handle feedback and constructive criticism?
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Why this works
Shows their openness to learning and growth, which is essential for internship development.
6What's your approach to working in a team environment?
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What's your approach to working in a team environment?
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Why this works
Reveals their collaboration skills and how they work with others, which is important for team integration.
7How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks when you have multiple responsibilities?
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How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks when you have multiple responsibilities?
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Why this works
Shows their organizational skills and ability to handle the demands of an internship.
8What's something you're proud of that demonstrates your initiative or problem-solving skills?
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What's something you're proud of that demonstrates your initiative or problem-solving skills?
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Why this works
Reveals their ability to take initiative and solve problems independently.
9How do you handle situations where you don't know the answer or need help?
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How do you handle situations where you don't know the answer or need help?
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Why this works
Shows their approach to learning and seeking help, which is important for internship success.
10What's your experience with professional communication and working with supervisors?
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What's your experience with professional communication and working with supervisors?
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Why this works
Assesses their professional communication skills and experience with workplace dynamics.
11How do you approach projects and what's your process for getting started?
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How do you approach projects and what's your process for getting started?
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Why this works
Reveals their project management approach and how they tackle new assignments.
12What's your experience with [specific industry or field relevant to your organization]?
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What's your experience with [specific industry or field relevant to your organization]?
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Why this works
Assesses their industry knowledge and whether they have relevant background experience.
13How do you handle stress and maintain your performance under pressure?
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How do you handle stress and maintain your performance under pressure?
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Why this works
Shows their resilience and ability to perform in challenging situations.
14What's something you've learned recently that you're excited about?
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What's something you've learned recently that you're excited about?
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Why this works
Reveals their curiosity and ongoing learning, which are important for internship growth.
15How do you approach networking and building professional relationships?
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How do you approach networking and building professional relationships?
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Why this works
Shows their understanding of professional development and relationship building.
16What's your experience with [specific tool, software, or methodology used in your organization]?
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What's your experience with [specific tool, software, or methodology used in your organization]?
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Why this works
Assesses their technical readiness and familiarity with tools they'll use in the internship.
17How do you handle ambiguity and unclear instructions?
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How do you handle ambiguity and unclear instructions?
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Why this works
Shows their ability to work independently and ask clarifying questions when needed.
18What's your approach to continuous learning and professional development?
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What's your approach to continuous learning and professional development?
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Why this works
Reveals their commitment to growth and development, which is important for internship success.
19How do you handle feedback and incorporate it into your work?
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How do you handle feedback and incorporate it into your work?
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Why this works
Shows their learning mindset and ability to improve based on feedback.
20What questions do you have about this internship opportunity?
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What questions do you have about this internship opportunity?
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Why this works
Reveals their preparation, curiosity, and whether they've thought about the role and organization.
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