How to Answer: Tell us a bit about yourself.
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Pharmacy Residency job interview.
19. Tell us a bit about yourself.
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
As your interviewers speak with a large pool of candidates hoping to match into their Pharmacy Residency program, they'll look to get to know you a bit better to gauge your fit with the staff at the training site. This questions puts the onus on you to give another sales pitch about yourself.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 11th, 2022
How to Answer
The best way to answer this question is with the present/past/future formula. Discuss where you are now, how you got there, and how this residency will help you get there. Things such as fluency in another language can always be mentioned here too, but this is is not a time to discuss personal topics like hobbies, marital status, religion, etc.
Written by Ryan Brunner on March 11th, 2022
Answer Example
"I'm a fourth-year student at (university name). While in school, I was vice president of (university's APhA chapter), served as a student ambassador, and worked at CVS. The most impactful experience I had though was an ambulatory care rotation at St. Joseph's Hospital. This experience solidified my desire to become a certified ambulatory care pharmacist and apply solely for AmCare residencies. I believe your program here at (hospital name) will provide me with excellent training to eventually become board-certified and precept future pharmacy students."
Written by Erica Wondra on December 1st, 2021