Career Counselor Interview Questions in United States

Career Counselor Interview Questions in United States

"Career counselors very often work with students, returning military veterans, and low-income families with the goal of helping people transition into the workforce. For this reason, employers will be looking for individuals with strong communication skills and the creativity to help people find a personally fulfilling career. A bachelor's degree in counseling is expected for this position."

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University of Texas at San Antonio
Career Counselor was asked...August 16, 2011

What trends in career counseling am I aware of?

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The popularity of E-portfolios

Amarillo College
Career Counselor was asked...April 12, 2010

How will you improve a struggling department (job search and counseling) in a difficult economy?

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I will work with the students instructors and industry professionals to network and gain leads as well as creating an action plan to asses critical areas. Less

Keystone Partners
Career Counselor was asked...April 5, 2011

How will I rremembr you at the end of the week when I've interviewed 8 other people for this position?

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I actually can't remember my response.

Inverness Technologies
Career Counselor was asked...June 26, 2019

Do you have a Master's Degree?

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Yes

Workforce Solutions
Career Counselor was asked...April 5, 2017

Why do you think we should hire you for the position?

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I have the experience and anything else I need to learn, I am a fast learner.

Nuway Transportation
Career Counselor was asked...October 11, 2014

I was the only female employed and was put in awkward situations daily.

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After the company went bankrupt, I received calls from everyone of their competitors. They ALL offered me a position due to my reputation, compassion and work ethics. Less

Atterbury Job Corps
Career Counselor was asked...March 17, 2017

This job is challenging. Can you do this?

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With a very firm yes.

Adams & Associates
Career Counselor was asked...October 9, 2016

Tell me of a time when you had to handle a difficult and escalating situation with a youth. How did you resolve and de-escalate the situation? Tell me of a time when you had a disagreement with an employee or manager and how you handled the situation? How are you with deadlines? What is your experience with computer programs such as Word, Excel? How are your organizational skills? How familiar are you with diversity?

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Used past work experiences and university experiences.

College Internship Program
Career Counselor was asked...May 10, 2014

Do you have any previous experience with our population?

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I did have experience so I was able to give a detailed answer.

CSU Global
Career Counselor was asked...June 14, 2016

How I would prioritize my ideas from the presentation

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I said I wasn't sure what their records-keeping system was but that a system like that is essential in career counseling so I'd look into that first. Less

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