How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work Here?” (2024)

How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work Here?” (1)

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Summary.

Of all the interview questions job applicants prepare for, the most obvious ones sometimes get the least attention. Yes, you came ready to share your biggest flaw, your greatest strength, a moment when you shined, and a concept you learned, but what do you do with a broad but direct question like “Why do you want to work here?” In this piece, the author offers three strategies for answering this common interview question and provides sample answers for you to use as a guide.

Sometimes the toughest job interview questions are also the simplest and most direct. One you should always expect to hear and definitely prepare for:

How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work Here?” (2024)
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