Why do you want to work here?
Discussion: Keep your answer opportunity-oriented. Show that you
are looking to work hard and contribute, but also talk about the
company as being the right place for you for the foreseeable future.
Indicate the features of the company you like, and why the work
appeals to you. Indicate your skills and experiences that will enable
you to take advantage of the company's features and become a valued
employee.
"I want to be part of this company's "X" project. I really think I could
contribute to its success. I can handle the mental intensity and put in
the hard work that it will take to help make project "X" a success. I
believe that I can make a definite contribution to this company’s goals
including the need to increase customer satisfaction, cut costs, and
increase revenues. My track record shows I have been able to do this
in the past, and I look forward to the opportunity of performing,
learning, and being recognized my contribution here. What would be
the most important ability for a person to have to succeed in this
position?"
"I'd like to say flat out that I really do want to work here! Basically I
am looking for the opportunity to perform and be recognized. I think
that this company is the right place for me to do that I think it is a
good fit for my skills and experience. FOR EXAMPLE, I am VERY
interested in your company's "X" project. I want contribute to it and
be a part of the success I think it will be. I really think I can benefit
this company and your department because of my ability to identify
critical tasks and get things done. Project "X" is a great chance for me
to shine, don't you think?"
Discussion: Keep your answer opportunity-oriented. Show that you
are looking to work hard and contribute, but also talk about the
company as being the right place for you for the foreseeable future.
Indicate the features of the company you like, and why the work
appeals to you. Indicate your skills and experiences that will enable
you to take advantage of the company's features and become a valued
employee.
"I want to be part of this company's "X" project. I really think I could
contribute to its success. I can handle the mental intensity and put in
the hard work that it will take to help make project "X" a success. I
believe that I can make a definite contribution to this company’s goals
including the need to increase customer satisfaction, cut costs, and
increase revenues. My track record shows I have been able to do this
in the past, and I look forward to the opportunity of performing,
learning, and being recognized my contribution here. What would be
the most important ability for a person to have to succeed in this
position?"
"I'd like to say flat out that I really do want to work here! Basically I
am looking for the opportunity to perform and be recognized. I think
that this company is the right place for me to do that I think it is a
good fit for my skills and experience. FOR EXAMPLE, I am VERY
interested in your company's "X" project. I want contribute to it and
be a part of the success I think it will be. I really think I can benefit
this company and your department because of my ability to identify
critical tasks and get things done. Project "X" is a great chance for me
to shine, don't you think?"