Chinese Job Interview Common Questions & Answers

Summary

This video teaches common Chinese job interview questions and phrases, helping viewers prepare for interviews in Mandarin. The script covers essential questions such as self-introduction, reasons for applying, career changes, strengths and weaknesses, and why the company should hire you. It also provides useful vocabulary and example answers in Chinese, guiding learners through practical scenarios. The video concludes with a quiz to test knowledge, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their Chinese interview skills.

Takeaways

• 😀 Introduce yourself confidently: In interviews, always start with a brief self-introduction in Chinese. Use phrases like 'Hello, my name is...' and 'Please take a look at my resume.'
• 😀 Understand common interview questions: Be prepared to answer standard questions like 'Tell me about yourself' and 'Why do you want to work for our company?'
• 😀 Discuss career transitions: If you've changed careers, explain why and highlight your desire for self-improvement and new challenges.
• 😀 Highlight your strengths and weaknesses: Emphasize your positive traits, but be honest about your weaknesses and how you're working to improve them.
• 😀 Emphasize enthusiasm and skills: When asked why you should be hired, express your confidence, show enthusiasm for the role, and emphasize the skills you bring.
• 😀 Use appropriate job interview vocabulary: Learn key Chinese words like 'resume' (lùlìbiǎo), 'interviewer' (miǎnshìguān), and 'company philosophy' (gōngsī lǐniàn) to demonstrate professionalism.
• 😀 Focus on your future goals: In answers like 'Why do you want to work for us?', mention how the company aligns with your career goals and values.
• 😀 Ask insightful questions: At the end of an interview, ask questions about the company's growth, the role you're applying for, or the interviewer’s personal job satisfaction.
• 😀 Tailor responses to the job role: When answering questions, relate your experience to the specific job position you're applying for and how it matches your skills.
• 😀 Practice common interview scenarios: Review common interview questions and practice responses in Chinese to feel confident during real interviews.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the video transcript provided?

The purpose of the video transcript is to help learners practice common Chinese interview questions and answers. It includes key phrases and vocabulary to assist non-Chinese speakers in preparing for job interviews in Mandarin.

How should you introduce yourself in a Chinese interview?

To introduce yourself in a Chinese interview, you can say: '你好，这是我的简历，请看一下。' (Nǐ hǎo, zhè shì wǒ de jiǎnlì, qǐng kàn yīxià.) which translates to 'Hello, here is my resume, please have a look.' Additionally, you can mention your name, age, and experience.

What are common phrases used when introducing oneself in Chinese?

Common phrases for self-introduction include: '自我介绍' (Zìwǒ jièshào) meaning 'Self-introduction', and '简历' (Jiǎnlì) for 'resume'. You may also use '请看一下' (Qǐng kàn yīxià), meaning 'Please take a look'.

How do you answer 'Why do you want to work for our company?' in Chinese?

You can respond by saying: '因为我认为这个公司是一个很好的平台，公司的理念也和我未来的职业规划很符合。' (Yīnwèi wǒ rènwéi zhège gōngsī shì yīgè hěn hǎo de píngtái, gōngsī de lǐniàn yě hé wǒ wèilái de zhíyè guīhuà hěn fúhé.), which translates to 'Because I think this company is a good platform, and the company philosophy aligns with my future career plans.'

What is a good way to express your strengths in a Chinese interview?

To express your strengths, you could say: '我的优点是我很积极，做事有热情，很快就能完成任务。' (Wǒ de yōudiǎn shì wǒ hěn jījí, zuòshì yǒu rèqíng, hěn kuài jiù néng wánchéng rènwù.), which means 'My strength is that I am proactive, passionate about my work, and I complete tasks quickly.'

How do you address your weaknesses in a Chinese interview?

You can acknowledge your weaknesses by saying: '我的缺点是我在工作中有时不够细心，但我已经注意到这一点，现在我会事后反复检查，避免错误。' (Wǒ de quēdiǎn shì wǒ zài gōngzuò zhōng yǒu shí bù gòu xìxīn, dàn wǒ yǐjīng zhùyì dào zhè yīdiǎn, xiànzài wǒ huì shìhòu fǎnfù jiǎnchá, bìmiǎn cuòwù.), which translates to 'My weakness is that I can sometimes be less meticulous in my work, but I have noticed this and now double-check everything to avoid mistakes.'

What is a good way to answer 'Why should we hire you?' in Chinese?

A strong answer would be: '我相信如果加入贵公司，我的技能和热情可以大大提升公司的业务。' (Wǒ xiāngxìn rúguǒ jiārù guì gōngsī, wǒ de jìnéng hé rèqíng kěyǐ dàdà tíshēng gōngsī de yèwù.), which means 'I believe that if I join your company, my skills and enthusiasm will greatly contribute to the business.'

How should you ask about the company's future during the interview?

You could ask: '能分享一下公司最近的产品或发展计划吗？' (Néng fēnxiǎng yīxià gōngsī zuìjìn de chǎnpǐn huò fāzhǎn jìhuà ma?), which means 'Can you share some of the company’s recent products or development plans?'

What should you do if asked about changing careers in an interview?

A good response is: '我认为每个职场新人都没有资格选择自己的行业，能有工作就不错了，后来我发现那并不是我想要的，像贵公司这样的公司更适合我。' (Wǒ rènwéi měi ge zhíchǎng xīnrén dōu méiyǒu zīgé xuǎnzé zìjǐ de hángyè, néng yǒu gōngzuò jiù bùcuòle, hòulái wǒ fāxiàn nà bìng bùshì wǒ xiǎng yào de, xiàng guì gōngsī zhèyàng de gōngsī gèng shìhé wǒ.), which means 'I think every newcomer in the workplace doesn't have the right to choose their own industry, just having a job is enough. Later, I realized that this wasn’t what I wanted, and a company like yours is where I belong.'

How do you ask about the challenges of a position you're applying for?

You could ask: '这个职位可能面临的最大挑战是什么？' (Zhège zhíwèi kěnéng miànlín de zuìdà tiǎozhàn shì shénme?), which means 'What are the biggest challenges this position might face?'