Social Work Mock Interview

Practice 30 Social Work interview questions covering ethics, case scenarios, and trauma-informed care.

WRITTEN BY HEATHER DOUGLASS
QUESTION 1 OF 30

Tell me something about yourself that I wouldn't know from reading your resume?

"Something that you would not know from reading my resume is that I was a competitive rugby player throughout high school. I feel that this athletic experience really helped me to learn how to help my clients set personal goals."

This question can be your permission to be a little silly and share something unique about yourself. It's always important to make that great first impression or make an impact that the interviewer will remember you. Sharing a short story with the interviewer that had something to do with the job position would be a plus, but not necessary. Whatever you share, make it positive and not too personal. Don't share details about your night out with the girls last weekend.

Here's a sample answer: "Last week I started volunteering at our local animal shelter. I was able to help 6 dogs and 2 cats get adopted. I don't have a pet of my own so I've really enjoyed the time that I spend there."

"Last week I started volunteering at our local animal shelter. I was able to help 6 dogs and 2 cats get adopted. I don't have a pet of my own so I've really enjoyed the time that I spend there."

Heather Douglass
30 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS · SOCIAL WORK
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