SAMPLE QUESTIONS ASKED DURING INTERVIEW

Sample Questions Asked During the Interview

1. Introduce Yourself

Good morning/afternoon. Thank you for the opportunity to introduce myself. I'm (Your_Name), a recent M.Sc., Applied Data Science graduate eager to kickstart my career at (Company_Name). I have a solid foundation in Python, SQL, and Machine Learning, thanks to my coursework and practical projects completed during my studies. 

I am a detail-oriented and analytical thinker who thrives in collaborative settings. During my academic journey, I have developed effective communication and time management skills, which I believe are essential for success in the workplace. 

I am a dedicated and enthusiastic individual, always seeking opportunities to expand my knowledge and skills. 

I am confident that my strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and passion will make me a valuable asset to your team.

2. How Are You?

    Thank you for asking, I'm doing well. I'm excited to be here today for this interview and to learn more about the opportunity.

3. Describe Yourself in One Word

    Collaborative - one word that describes me the best is collaborative. I work well in teams and value working together to reach common goals.

4. How Do You Handle Stressful Situations?

    When faced with a stressful situation, I take a few deep breaths and focus on finding a constructive solution.

5. Why Do You Want This Job?

    I want this job because I am well qualified for the responsibilities listed in this job description. We spend a lot of time at work, and I want to do something I am passionate about.

6. How Do You Handle Pressure?

    I thrive under pressure and can prioritize efficiently to ensure that all tasks are completed promptly. I also make sure to stay focused on the goal and use positive self-talk and affirmations to help me stay motivated.

7. Define Success

    Success to me is accomplishing goals that are meaningful to me. I measure success by the impact I create through my work and the progress I make towards personal and professional goals.

8. If You Don’t Know, Tell This

    I'm not familiar with that topic but I'm always eager to expand my knowledge. If this is a critical aspect of the role, I'd be happy to learn and provide a more informed response.

9. What Is Your Greatest Strength?

    My greatest strength is my ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks at once. I can break complex projects down into smaller tasks and find efficient ways to complete them.

10. What Is Your Biggest Weakness?

    My biggest weakness is that at times I overburden myself with work. However, I have consciously worked on this by prioritizing what is most important and working according to that.

11. Why Do You Want to Work With Us?

    I have researched this company and know that the company's projects and future projections are very successful and promising. I would love to bring in my expertise and help you in upcoming projects.

12. Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?

    I envision myself occupying a senior role, overseeing critical projects within this company in my outlook for the next five years.

13. Why Did You Leave Your Previous Job?

    I left my last job to learn new things and find better opportunities.

14. Why Should We Select You?

    My hands-on experience, coupled with a passion for continuous learning, positions me to not only meet but exceed the challenges this role presents. I bring a proven ability to drive results and contribute effectively to your team.

15. What Do You Know About Our Company?

    Visit the ABOUT US page on the company's website.

16. How Do You Handle Challenging Situations?

    When faced with a challenging situation, I like to take a step back and analyze the situation from different angles. After assessing the situation, I develop a plan of action that outlines short-term as well as long-term solutions.

17. What Makes You Stand Out From the Rest of the Candidates?

    I believe that my passion for the position combined with my education qualifications and experience make me stand out from the rest of the candidates. I have a clear understanding of what the job entails and I am eager to use my skills.

18. Do You Have Any Questions for Me?

    "What are your expectations from a new hire for this position?"

19. What Courses Did You Study in Your College?

    - Statistical Foundations

    - Data Analysis Fundamentals

    - Data Architecture and Big Data

    - Machine Learning for Data Science

    - Data Visualization & Concepts

    - Building Machine Learning Pipelines

    - Natural Language Processing

    - Digital Marketing Analytics

    - Artificial Intelligence

    - Deep Learning for Data Science

    - EML

    - Social Media and Text Analytics

    - Internship

    - Mini Project

20. Your salary expectations?

    

    Since this will be my first IT job, I prioritize learning the company's work and culture.

    I have no doubt that I will be compensated on par.

21. Why should we not select you?

         I believe I've all the capabilities to make up for this role in the company. But, there might be 

some skills which I don't have. I'm eager and curious to learn them on the floor. If you still find a person who is better than me, then that must be a reason why you shouldn't select me.

    An article written by Jivitesh P