Nervous about your next interview? It's usually not the coding or the skills that scare you—it's the English.
Here are the most common questions and how to answer them without fumbling.
1. "Tell me about yourself."
Don't say: "My name is Rahul. I am from Delhi. My father is..." Do say: "I am a software engineer with 4 years of experience specializing in backend development. Currently, I work at TechCorp where I lead the API integration team. I am passionate about scalable systems and am looking for a challenging role in fintech."
2. "Why do you want to join us?"
Don't say: "I need a job and salary is good." Do say: "I have followed your company's growth in the AI sector for years. I am particularly impressed by your recent product launch. I believe my skills in Python and machine learning would be a great fit for your engineering team."
3. "What are your weaknesses?"
Don't say: "I have no weakness" or "I work too hard." Do say: "I sometimes struggle with public speaking. However, I am actively working on it by taking online courses and practicing in team meetings to improve my confidence."
4. "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?"
Do say: "I hope to have grown into a leadership position where I can mentor junior developers and contribute to strategic product decisions."
How to Practice These Answers
Reading is easy. Speaking is hard.
Pro Tip: Use the EnglishGyani Practice Gym.
- Select "Job Interview" scenario.
- The AI will ask you these exact questions.
- Speak your answer.
- The AI will tell you if your grammar was correct.