If an Interviewer Says, Why Do You Want to Work

question 52

Multiple Choice

If an interviewer says, Why do you want to work for us?, you should

• A) briefly summarize problems at your current job that require you to change employers.
• B) show what you know about the interviewer's company and how your goals match the company and its culture.
• C) explain that as a recent graduate you want to work for any company that needs a person with your skills and background.
• D) simply tell the truth about your reasons for seeking this job; for example, you are unemployed, you need more pay or better benefits, or you just graduated.

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