Here are 50 questions you can ask in an interview with entry-level talent to help you understand their skills, potential, and how well they might fit into your organization:

General Background and Experience

1. 1. Tell me about yourself and your background.
2. 2. Why did you choose this particular field/industry?
3. 3. What led you to apply for this position?
4. 4. What are your key strengths and weaknesses?
5. 5. How do you prioritize tasks when you have multiple deadlines?
6. 6. Can you give an example of a project or task you completed during your studies or internship that you’re particularly proud of?
7. 7. Tell me about a time when you faced a challenge or failure, and how you handled it.
8. 8. How do you usually manage stress in a work environment?
9. 9. Describe a time when you had to learn something new quickly. How did you manage it?
10. 10. What type of work environment do you thrive in?
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Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking

1. 11. Can you walk me through a problem you’ve encountered in a project and how you solved it?
2. 12. How do you handle situations when you're unsure of how to proceed with a task?
3. 13. Give me an example of how you’ve used creativity or out-of-the-box thinking to approach a task.
4. 14. Tell me about a time you worked on a team to solve a problem.
5. 15. How do you stay organized when working on multiple projects or assignments?
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Skills and Knowledge

1. 16. What technical skills or tools are you proficient in that would be useful in this role?
2. 17. How do you stay up to date with trends or changes in your field?
3. 18. Can you explain a complex concept you’ve learned during your education or past roles to someone unfamiliar with it?
4. 19. How comfortable are you with learning new software or systems?
5. 20. What have you done to improve your skills outside of your formal education?
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Communication and Collaboration

1. 21. Tell me about a time you worked with a team to complete a project. What was your role?
2. 22. How do you approach communication with team members or supervisors, especially when discussing issues or giving feedback?
3. 23. How do you handle disagreements or differences of opinion in a team environment?
4. 24. Can you describe a time when you had to present an idea to a group? How did you ensure your message was clear?
5. 25. How do you handle constructive criticism?
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Motivation and Work Ethic

1. 26. What motivates you to do your best work?
2. 27. How do you set personal or professional goals, and how do you track your progress?
3. 28. Can you describe a time when you went above and beyond expectations in a job or project?
4. 29. What are your career goals in the next 1–3 years?
5. 30. How do you maintain focus and productivity during repetitive or mundane tasks?
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Adaptability and Learning

1. 31. Tell me about a time when you had to adapt quickly to a change in a project or work environment.
2. 32. How do you approach tasks that require you to step out of your comfort zone?
3. 33. How do you handle situations where you need to quickly learn new skills or knowledge to complete a task?
4. 34. How do you react to feedback that requires you to change your approach?
5. 35. What is something new you would like to learn in the next year?
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Teamwork and Leadership

1. 36. How do you contribute to building a positive team culture?
2. 37. Tell me about a time when you had to take on a leadership role, even if it was informal.
3. 38. How do you handle a situation where a team member is not meeting expectations?
4. 39. What role do you typically take on in group settings?
5. 40. How would you manage a situation where you disagree with a team member’s approach to a task?
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Company Fit and Alignment

1. 41. What attracted you to our company and this position?
2. 42. How do you align with our company’s values and mission?
3. 43. What type of company culture do you think you would thrive in?
4. 44. How do you stay motivated when faced with challenging tasks that may not be immediately rewarding?
5. 45. How do you balance your personal and professional life?
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Final Thoughts and Growth

1. 46. How do you deal with failure or setbacks at work?
2. 47. Where do you see yourself in 5 years, and how do you plan to get there?
3. 48. What skills or experiences are you most eager to develop in this role?
4. 49. If hired, what would you want to accomplish in your first 90 days with us?
5. 50. Do you have any questions for us or anything else you’d like to share about your experience?
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These questions cover a broad range of competencies, including problem-solving, technical skills, work ethic, communication, adaptability, and cultural fit. They will help you gauge how the candidate might contribute to your team and adapt to the challenges of the role.