🟠 Job Interviews: Common Questions & Answers | Intermediate Level (TOPIK 3–4)
💼 Nailing Your Korean Job Interview: Top Questions & Model Answers
Preparing for a career in Korea? Beyond language skills, you need to understand the cultural expectations of Korean employers. Teacher Hoon provides the essential "Golden Answers" for Intermediate (TOPIK 3-4) learners.
Politeness as Your Best Asset (EEAT Tip)
In Korean job interviews, formality (하십시오체) and humility (겸손) are just as important as your technical skills. As a teacher who has mentored many international students for local hiring, I recommend balancing your strengths with a self-aware mention of areas for growth. Let's look at the 5 most frequent questions.
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🎙️ Top 5 Interview Questions
- 1️⃣ 자기소개를 해 주세요. (Please introduce yourself.)
- 2️⃣ 우리 회사에 지원한 이유는 무엇입니까? (Why did you apply to our company?)
- 3️⃣ 본인의 장점과 단점은 무엇입니까? (What are your strengths and weaknesses?)
- 4️⃣ 5년 후 본인의 모습을 어떻게 상상합니까? (Where do you see yourself in 5 years?)
- 5️⃣ 이전 직장에서의 성과는 무엇입니까? (What were your previous achievements?)
📖 Professional Model Answers
Q: 지원 동기 (Motivation for applying)
"귀사의 글로벌 마케팅 전략에 감명받아 지원했습니다. 제 해외 경험이 시장 확장에 기여할 수 있다고 생각합니다."
(I applied because I was impressed by your global marketing strategy. I believe my international experience can contribute to market expansion.)
Q: 장점과 단점 (Strengths & Weaknesses)
"제 장점은 성실함입니다. 하지만 세부 사항에 집중하느라 가끔 속도가 느려질 때가 있어 이를 보완하려 노력 중입니다."
💡 Teacher Hoon's Pro Presentation Tip
Always use the ~습니다 (Hasipsio-che) ending during the interview. Even if the interviewer uses a softer tone, your formal ending signals that you respect the corporate hierarchy and take the opportunity seriously!
💡 Cultural Insight: The "Why" Behind Humility
In Korea, "humility" doesn't mean hiding your talents—it means showing you are coachable. By mentioning a small weakness you are actively improving, you show the hiring manager that you have the Grit (끈기) to grow with the team.
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