Career Guides >> Browse Articles >> Government Application Process
Career Guides >> Browse Articles >> Government Job Search
15 Toughest Interview Questions (and Answers!)
Tania Khadder | GovCentral
1. Why do you want to work in this industry?
Bad answer:
“I love politics. I a huge fan of Obama and find his message for change very inspiring.”
Don’t just say you like it. Anyone can do that. Focus instead on your history with government and especially in that agency, and if you can, tell a success story.
Good answer:
“I am fascinated by the way government works with lawmakers to accomplish change. In light of recent political events and the Obama Administration’s movements, we are already seeing how much the government can accomplish when the right people and resources are utilized. This is especially true for energy conservation efforts with the Department of Energy. When I worked at my previous employer, I initiated efforts to create a more “green” office – decreasing paper and electricity use by 25% after three months – saving the company $10,000 that year. Working in the administrative office of the DoE, with its resources, I know I could take this type of project to the next level. I would find career and personal fulfillment in that."
“I love politics. I a huge fan of Obama and find his message for change very inspiring.”
Don’t just say you like it. Anyone can do that. Focus instead on your history with government and especially in that agency, and if you can, tell a success story.
Good answer:
“I am fascinated by the way government works with lawmakers to accomplish change. In light of recent political events and the Obama Administration’s movements, we are already seeing how much the government can accomplish when the right people and resources are utilized. This is especially true for energy conservation efforts with the Department of Energy. When I worked at my previous employer, I initiated efforts to create a more “green” office – decreasing paper and electricity use by 25% after three months – saving the company $10,000 that year. Working in the administrative office of the DoE, with its resources, I know I could take this type of project to the next level. I would find career and personal fulfillment in that."
jige
2 days ago
254 comments
material makes this watch replica handbags very strong but lightweight which gives comfort to the wearer. The facet of this Wittanauer designer handbags Ceramic watch is also embellished with diamonds which show luxuriousness and sophistication. gucci handbags This watch has a black enamel dial, which is adorned with 11 chanel handbags sparkling diamond hour markers. It also louis vuitton handbags has a date
jige
2 days ago
254 comments
those fantastic watches breitling in different seasons in the market. Luxury watches are due to tag heuer be welcomed by people for in the following days.Bulova has been cartier known for creating sparkling, luxurious and sophisticated watch hublot that they exclusively made for men watch enthusiasts to fit every man's patek philippefashion taste. The watch we would like to present today omega watches is called the Wittanauer Ceramic Men's watch, which is one of fake watches the great additions of Bulova. The case and bracelet of fake rolexthis watch is crafted from ceramic with polished stainless replica watches steel edges. The ceramic
jim_penny
about 1 month ago
8 comments
It is most important to acquaint yourself with inside out of the industry you are applying for.
lucyreddy1234
about 1 month ago
32 comments
This is the place where I always get useful information.We all know it takes too much time to collect useful data and this site gives us opportunity to get it very easily.Many think that these questions are not helpful but they realize the importance once they fail.
r4 card
bill201
2 months ago
2 comments
the government need new idea how to bring back the investor in this country with out promising them anything and if you want to find out talk to me because its the only solution to solve our problem. talk to me America needs to control its border
ronhoward
3 months ago
14 comments
Really valuable questions and should be more focused.But for answering this type of questions a need of expertise experience should be there.
atomic alarm clock
yolandasturgis
5 months ago
18 comments
To answer the questions, experience with some sort of government agency employee environment would assist. Each question has a wrong answer that amused several government workers and became a parody of what they like as 'wrong'.
These kinds of experience in governmental work environments makes searching for private company environment where 'better answers' really do get you the job.
THULINB1
5 months ago
118 comments
A good and trustworty friend who is honest, energetic, outgoing, a smart worker who is goal orientated.
THULINB1
5 months ago
118 comments
A thirst for knowldge and success in everything that I do.
THULINB1
5 months ago
118 comments
I have not had that problem.
THULINB1
5 months ago
118 comments
“There was nothing about my last job that I hated,"
I am here looking to advance my knowledge base and of course my carreer with what I believe is a more advanced company.
THULINB1
5 months ago
118 comments
Everyday because everyday I would acomplish something new and better.
THULINB1
5 months ago
118 comments
“My work is important to me, so I won’t be satisfied with any old job. Instead of rushing to accept the first thing that comes my way, I’m taking my time and being selective to make sure my next role is the right one."
Excellent answer. A true politicians answer.
THULINB1
5 months ago
118 comments
Not taking a particular College class serious is a good answer only if you excelled (4.0) in all your other classes.
Listing your faults and screw ups will not get you the job.
Stick to one thing that is simple and then clearly stste that you remedied that problem.
If you tell the prospective employer that this failure effected everything else in your life the the employer will expect it to effect your future job that you do for them.
THULINB1
5 months ago
118 comments
I always put the job at hand first. I will always be aquiring knowledge that I can be best used to advance the company so that I may at the same time advance my own carreer.
What benfits the company benfits me as well.