Johnson and Johnson Mock Interview

Practice 44 Johnson and Johnson interview questions covering Our Credo values, healthcare innovation, and behavioral scenarios.

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QUESTION 3 OF 44

Take some time to walk us through your resume and experience. What interests you in our line of work at Johnson & Johnson?

They're giving you an opportunity to share your knowledge of their company. This will help them gauge if you want to work for them or if you just want work. This is also a test to see if you can align your pursuits with what they have to offer and outline how your mutual goals are aligned.

"I have worked within pharma/biotech for the past 15 years. I started in a lab assistant role and am now at the supervisory level with my current company. I love this industry because the opportunities are endless and the lives we change make a huge difference. I would be thrilled to continue my career growth in this industry with Johnson & Johnson because I see this as a perfect opportunity for my skills."

"As you can see from my resume, I am finishing up my master's of science degree in pharmaceutical sciences. I chose this career path because I have always had a passion for research, patient care, and science. As I've progressed throughout my education, your opportunities at Johnson & Johnson have been at the top of my dream job list for a few years now and I can't tell you how excited I am to be talking with you about this role. I am looking for a lifelong career where I can grow and develop and help make a true difference in the lives of others."

Take a few minutes to walk the interviewer through your work history, highlighting the most relevant positions you've held and the skills you've acquired which are relevant to the role you're applying for. Discuss your desire to work for Johnson & Johnson long term and the mutual passion you share for this line of work.

Ideally, your interviewer wants to hear that you have a passion for the medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and/or line of products that Johnson & Johnson offers. Highlighting your knowledge of their products and services can go a long way.

Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.

Anonymous Answer

I have never worked in the pharma industry. However, I know that I will be able to learn and share my skills and capabilities I learned in the insurance industry.

Rachelle's Feedback

If you can tie in the transferable skills and interests between insurance and pharma, that would be a better approach. Avoid ever starting a sentence in an interview with "no" or "I have never." There is always a way to bring it back into the positive, so that the interviewer never frames you as an unsuitable candidate (whether conscious or not).

"I am excited to say that I am new to the Pharma industry! What interests me most is that the pharma industry works hard to offer unique solutions for people based on their health and personal needs. This focus is similar to the insurance industry, where my experience comes from."

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44 Johnson and Johnson Interview Questions & Answers

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01 Why did you choose a career in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry? DISCOVERY 02 What are three qualities that make you the best candidate for us? DISCOVERY 03 Take some time to walk us through your resume and experience. What interests you in our line of work at Johnson & Johnson? DISCOVERY 04 What industry related changes do you foresee in the next 12 months for Johnson & Johnson? DISCOVERY 05 How do you stay informed on new innovations and changes in your field? DISCOVERY 06 Take some time to walk me through your educational history. How do you feel it has prepared you for this role at Johnson & Johnson? EDUCATION 07 If you could choose any special area of focus in a career with Johnson & Johnson, which would you choose? DISCOVERY 08 Would you consider furthering your post-secondary education to include a Ph.D. in your field? EDUCATION 09 In your opinion, what's the biggest development in biotechnology in the past three years? DISCOVERY 10 In your opinion, what's the biggest development in pharmaceuticals in the past three years? DISCOVERY 11 If you could choose any area in your field to study further, what would you focus on? How would that help you in a career with Johnson & Johnson? EDUCATION 12 Do you prefer to work with studies related to humans, animals, or plant life? DISCOVERY 13 If you could research any particular disorder, disease, or illness, which would you choose, and why? DISCOVERY 14 Tell me about your greatest work related accomplishment. How can this help you as part of the Johnson & Johnson team? DISCOVERY 15 Describe the value in developing relationships with coworkers here at Johnson & Johnson? BEHAVIORAL 16 When have you had to be extra thorough in completing tasks on the job? DISCOVERY 17 How does this position fit into your long-term career goals? DISCOVERY 18 Who is your biggest inspiration? DISCOVERY 19 What would you say is the biggest strength you would bring to our team? DISCOVERY 20 What sources do you look to when needing to solve a complicated problem on the job? DISCOVERY 21 If faced with a problem that requires a quick solution at Johnson & Johnson, how would you respond? SITUATIONAL 22 How do prioritize when juggling multiple projects or tasks at once? OPERATIONAL 23 When have you shown great integrity at work? BEHAVIORAL 24 How do you define success in your work? DISCOVERY 25 What are some key qualities that you look for in an ideal employer? DISCOVERY 26 What are your salary expectations for this position at Johnson & Johnson? SALARY 27 Are you currently applying to or interviewing for other jobs? DIRECT 28 How would you rate your performance in this interview so far? DIRECT 29 How will you earn the trust of your coworkers if you were to join Johnson & Johnson? BEHAVIORAL 30 What work experience do you have relating to people with backgrounds different from your own? DISCOVERY 31 When have you had to adapt to change in the workplace? How can you bring what you learned to Johnson & Johnson? BEHAVIORAL 32 What would you plan to accomplish in your first 90 days on the job? DIRECT 33 How would you rate your communication skills? BEHAVIORAL 34 Tell me about your most rewarding work experience in a team environment. What made it so rewarding? DISCOVERY 35 If we offer you this role at Johnson & Johnson, what type of leadership would you bring? LEADERSHIP 36 Why haven't you advanced further in your career? What has slowed down your progression? DIRECT 37 If I were to have a conversation about you with your previous employer, what would they say? DISCOVERY 38 If you were hired, how long do you envision yourself staying with the company? DISCOVERY 39 Describe to us your biggest professional disappointment? DISCOVERY 40 Would you describe yourself as more analytical or interpersonal? BEHAVIORAL 41 Tell us about yourself. DISCOVERY 42 What are your weaknesses? DISCOVERY 43 Why should we hire you? COMPATIBILITY 44 Why do you want to work for Johnson & Johnson? DISCOVERY

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