How to Answer: Have you done this type of work in the past?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Social Work job interview.
21. Have you done this type of work in the past?
How to Answer
This particular question may come up in your interview if you have recently graduated and haven't yet entered the workforce. Tell the interviewer about your internship and volunteer work. Volunteer work is valuable work experience that people sometimes forget to highlight in their interviews.
Written by Heather Douglass
1st Answer Example
"Even though I just graduated with my bachelor's degree and haven't entered the workforce I have been fortunate enough to volunteer within the social services field. While I was in school I spent my time volunteering with Big Brothers and Big Sisters. I mentored young adults, helped them make good choices and empowered them to be the best that they could be. Volunteering was a very rewarding position and I can't wait to continue my service."
Written by Heather Douglass
2nd Answer Example
"I've been working towards obtaining my license for the last four years. I've had the opportunity to work for different organizations, learned a lot about the field and am ready to bring it to this position."
Written by Heather Douglass