First Job

I am interested in working for your company because I am a customer of your store. As a customer, I have gotten to know your company well and appreciate your products and the environment that you have created here in your store. It is important for me to work some place that I admire, and I know that I would be proud to work here.

Keep your answer to under five minutes, beginning with an overview of your highest qualification then running through the jobs you have held so far in your career. You can follow the same structure of your CV, giving examples of achievements and the skills you've picked up along the way. Do not go into too much detail.

Ever since I could remember, I have looked forward to the day I was old enough to get a job. I cannot wait to start earning my own money so that I can save up for something special, like a car.Since I will be a senior in high school in September, I am starting to save for the books, supplies, and extra spending money I will need for college.

I appreciate the investment your company is preparing to make in me, and I look forward to learning what your company can teach me, and how I can make an impact. My achievements in school and my after-school activities show that I am responsible, trust-worthy and a quick learner. I know that I can put these skills to good use working for you at your company.

I did not have any salary expectations when I applied for this job because the job will not only provide a pay check, it will also give me experience in a field I hope to continue to pursue and learn more about.

I have had many experiences working in a team as a member of my high school athletic program. As a member of my sports team, I understand what it means to be a part of something larger than yourself and how to work with a group to accomplish a shared goal.

I am very proud of my high school athletic team's recent league championship. While I was able to accomplish many of my personal goals and set new school records, it was having the whole team come together to win the championship.

When working with children, it is important to always make them feel like they are special. To be successful in this position, I will be energetic, creative and understanding of the various needs of the all the children.

Yes. (if you do) or I do not have my own car, but my parents have agreed to drive me to work.

I would politely listen to their complaint without interrupting them, and then try to help them solve the problem.

I would like to learn as many different positions and jobs as I can. I am really flexible.

I have been called a perfectionist, but I like to do things right.

You must be able to show they understand the behavior necessary for a work environment and perhaps how it differs from being in school. They also need to know how to avoid trouble and not join in without someone else that is being unprofessional.

You need to show discipline, organization and follow-through skills, along with the desire to excel.

Candidate needs to be able to show how they are ready for this position; hopefully they can draw on their classes, computer skills and other positions, including volunteering.

I get along easily with people, I do not think that would be a problem.

I recently had a school project in which some of my group members did not fulfill their responsibilities. To resolve the issue, the other group members and I split the remaining work and accomplishing the task at hand.

Yes I am. And if ever I am not, I will be sure to let you know in advance.

I am a good listener and I like to be around people.

At school, I have to meet daily deadlines, set goals for myself in a variety of subjects and activities, and accomplish them. I believe these experiences will translate to the workplace and will prepare me to excel at your company. At school, I also work with my peers and teachers everyday so I know how to work in teams and with a manager.