Education & Career Plans
Why did you choose to study __________?
How are you enjoying the program? Why?
Why did you get involved with the co-op program? What do you hope to get out of participating?
What are your grades like? (If not good, why?)
Which courses do you enjoy best? Least? Why?
Which area(s) of the __________ field interests you most? Why?
What do you think it takes to succeed in the __________ field?
You’re in school now, but what do you expect to be doing in five years?
Experience & Skills
Which past jobs have you enjoyed the most? The least? Why?
Under what circumstances did you leave your last job?
Describe your working relationship with your last supervisor.
Are you currently working part-time? (If yes,) do you plan to quit taking a co-op position?
What experience related to this position have you had?
(If no related experience,) how specifically will your past experience be valuable in the __________ field?
(For non-CS students) How computer literate are you? What kinds of computer equipment and software have you used?
Personal
What are your strengths? Weaknesses? How do you know? Can you give an example of each? (Relate to work environment)
Which three adjectives best describe you? (e.g., reliable, kind, etc.)
Can you give an example of how you have shown initiative in a past job or volunteer experience?
What do you consider your greatest accomplishment? Why?
Do you prefer working on your own or in a team? Why?
What are some of your leisure interests?
Do you have a car or some other reliable form of transportation?
Are you willing to relocate for co-op/permanent employment?
Your Questions
At the end of the interview, you will usually be given an opportunity to ask questions. Ask about the work itself and the people you will be working with.
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