Group interviews are an aspect of hiring techniques. This procedure varies depending on the job you have applied for. Although this type of interview seems like a terrible investigation for many candidates, it is a different experience that many companies adopt to choose employees. Since group interviews can happen very often, this article is to help you learn how to react, answer questions and what to do during this type of interviews. For more tips, you can read this,

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Group Interviews Examples:

There are three types of group interviews.

1.A panel Interview: It is a meeting where many interviewers question a single candidate. For example, a Human Resources representative, the manager, the head of a specific department can meet a single candidate to ask him interview questions. These  interviewers take turns to ask the candidate questions.

2. Group interview 1: this is the opposite of a panel interview. It consists of a group of candidates, who are interviewed by the employer, all at the same time.

3. Group Interview 2: Another group interview option can also operate, in which a group of interviewers meet and question a group of candidates.

What is the Purpose of Group Interviews?

Group interviews have many benefits.

1.A Time-earning Technique: group interviews are very economic. Instead of setting many appointments, these procedures enable candidates to come at once. It will enables both employers and employees to save transport expenses and to save time by not forcing a huge number of candidates to wait.

2. Very Selective: in case of using panel interview technique, in which a group of interviewers question a single candidate, this process will be very selective since answers will be evaluated by many people.

3. Very Efficient:  a group interview is an efficient way to introduce a group of candidates, especially the selected potential employees, to all the rules  for a single time.

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 Common Group Interview Questions

Many job seekers are invited to a group interview. This article will introduce them to the most common questions that can be asked. The list of questions can operate in all types of group interviews.  Let’s start!

General Questions

They can be yes/ no questions or question to learn about the candidate:

How old are you? Are you married ? etc..Usually these questions can be answered orally in case of a panel interview or answered in a written way in the rest of group interviews, in which candidates pick the answer from the multiple choices. Since every interview requires an introduction, you can read this for more tips;

How to Introduce Yourself at a Job Interview

1. Do you have previous experience in this field?

2. Do you want to work with a team?

3. Have you volunteered for an organization?

4. Are you available for night shifts?

Common group Interview questions with answers and explanations:

1. How do you describe yourself? How can you view yourself?

This question is used to see how the candidate can view him/herself. Interviewers want to know the traits, qualities, and the strengths of the candidates.

A sample answer can be: I am punctual, creative, multi talented. I can do two different tasks at once.

Of course, the answer depends on the candidates skills and qualities. Don’t describe yourself with attributes and adjectives that are far from your natural gifts.

2. Why do you want this job? 

This question is  to see the reasons behind your application. To what extent have you well read the job description.

A sample answer: I applied to this job because it is interesting. It includes the tasks, in which I feel comfortable while doing them. It also fits my qualifications. It is similar to my favorite college major.

3. What can you add to this company? 

This question is to see your professional offers as a potential employee. Your answer should include what employees are looking for in terms of punctuality, targets and objectives.

A sample answer:I can positively contribute to this company. I am a good team leader. I can manage tasks and provide good quality work. I also have a good level in many languages. I can communicate with foreign clients and widen the profit of this company.

4. What interested you in our company? 

Employers want to know why they were the choice of many job seekers, especially when there are many companies that offer the same job position. They want to know what kind of advantages that candidates have found in this offered job position.

A sample answer: there are many features interested in this company. The location is near my place. In addition, I made many research online about this company. I found an interesting workplace and sphere with many advantages that I cannot refuse.

5. where do you see yourself in the upcoming 5 years:

This question is to see the candidate’s future goals and ambitions.  Your answer depends not only on your imagination but also on your future plans. Employers want to know what other career paths can you take in the future.

A sample answer:I have many future plans for the future. I guess that in the upcoming 5 years, I would have learned many skills and knowledge in this field. This would enable me to reach an advisor office in a HR department. It would open other doors for me to reach many professional opportunities. Once accepted in this job, I think I would have advanced in my career inside this company.

What to Bring to a Job Interview?

 This article defines and introduces the different types of group interviews. It also includes the typical questions with explanations and sample questions to help candidates to answer properly during the interview. Please put the necessary changes to these answers and respond according to your qualifications, your future goals and to your situation.