How does this position fit into your career goals?
Your interviewer is curious why you want to work for United Airlines over another airline. They're not interested in recruiting just any qualified candidate; they want someone who feels like an ideal fit to represent their brand to their customers. How you answer this question will inform them whether you identified something unique that United Airlines has to offer your career and whether you would potentially contribute to their employee retention versus attrition. Explore the value propositions they advertise on their careers site, of which there are many. For example, they advertise that they are growing as a company, "In the years ahead, we'll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?"
"My primary goal in my career as a flight attendant is to become a senior team member and eventually train others in the airline industry. I feel that what United Airlines offers is a strong path towards those goals, and I am excited about what this position has to offer."
"This position offers the next steps in my career and the growth that I am ready for. I have spent the last couple of years attending additional coursework to get me here, and I'm excited to show United Airlines what I can do!"
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Anonymous Answer
This position offers a unique opportunity to utilize my background, education, and experience in a different environment and a greater capacity. My ultimate goal is eventually to train others in the airline industry. I believe United Airlines offers a path that will allow me to achieve my goals.
Rachelle's Feedback
Solid response! If there is a specific job within their training department, that you are hoping to gain in the future, you can mention those specifics.
