How To Answer ‘Why Are You Interested In This Job?’

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A hot-button question for employers is, ‘Why do you want to work here, for us?’ They want to know that you’re interested specifically in this job—and not that you just need a paycheck. Knowing how to answer interview questions well is always important, especially with this question. To reassure them that they are the ones you want to be with, your answer to this question should start with, “I’m interested in this job, at this company, because…” and then list at least three reasons why you want to work there. Read more.

Katy Davis

Katy Davis

Katy is responsible for supporting LibGig's recruiting department and recruiting for library and information management positions in the legal, federal, media, corporate, and academic sectors.
Katy Davis
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