30 Common Internship Interview Questions & Answers

You’ve just received an email about your follow-up internship interview. Congrats! But it’s still too soon to celebrate! Now is the time to craft your answers to some questions asked for an internship interview. Going into a job interview unprepared is like running through a forest blindfolded.

My sample answers below will be your compass to guide you through that “forest”!

In this article:

1. Why are you interested in this company/internship?

Why this question

As a recruiter myself, I love to ask this question at the beginning of interviews. It helps me understand your level of interest in the position and the company, which can be a good indicator of your potential work ethic.

Tips to answer

It’s best to showcase your genuine enthusiasm and passion for the position. Make sure you research the company in advance. Don’t just say you are interested in the business; instead, bring up some details that make the company your desirable workplace.

You should focus on what you think you can learn from this internship, too. Thanks to this, the recruiter can determine if your goals align with what the company can offer.

Example

“Since my first day at university, I’ve been on the path to becoming an excellent marketer, and I can see a lot of opportunities for personal and professional growth at your company. Working at a leading firm like yours would expose me to diverse audiences and various marketing channels. I was impressed by your LG marketing campaign, and I am eager to learn how you put your ideas into reality that always resonate with users. I am excited to be part of your team.”

Besides the 10 most common interview questions for internship above, here are some others that you might encounter during the interview process:

1. Why are you interested in your major?
2. What are your strengths/weaknesses?
3. What skills can you bring to our business?
4. What are your career goals?
5. Tell me a time when you worked as a leader.
6. What do you know about our company?
7. Tell me about one of your biggest mistakes.
8. How do you navigate tension at work?
9. How do you organize and prioritize your tasks?
10. Describe your dream job.
11. Where do you see yourself in the next 3/5 years?
12. What makes you a unique candidate?
13. What are your hobbies outside of class or work?
14. How do you deal with disagreements and conflicts at work?
15. What are you passionate about most?
16. What environment do you want to work in?
17. What do you plan to do after graduation?
18. How do others describe you?
19. How do you deal with tight deadlines?
20. Do you have any questions for us?

Conclusion

I hope you are now more confident when walking into the interview room. These intern interview questions are just some popular ones, and my sample answers are for reference only. Pre-draft your responses for more inquiries, and tailor them to the internship position you are applying for. Contact me if you still have something in mind!