Acing your apprenticeship or internship interview: questions and pitfalls

You've landed an interview: congratulations, the hardest part is done! Now you have to convince in 30 minutes. Here's how to approach the moment calmly.

Before the interview: prepare

• Research the company: business, news, values.
• Re-read the offer and link each task to your strengths.
• Prepare your pitch: who you are, what you're studying, what you're looking for.
• Anticipate the classic questions (see below).

The questions that always come up

1. "Tell me about yourself."
2. "Why this company and this job?"
3. "What are your strengths and areas for improvement?"
4. "How do you handle the work-study rhythm?"

For each answer, rely on concrete examples: a project, a job, a volunteering experience.

On the day: mind the form

Substance matters, and so does form. Arrive early, dressed appropriately, phone on silent. Smile, look at your interviewer, and listen before answering.

An interview is a conversation, not an interrogation: show curiosity, ask questions.

The questions to ask

Ending with your own questions shows your motivation:

• How does an apprentice's onboarding work?
• What will my main assignments be?
• What skills are expected by the end of the contract?

After the interview

Send a thank-you email within 24 hours. It's simple, polite, and sets you apart.

Still working on your application? Go back to our guide on CVs and cover letters and browse the apprenticeship and internship offers on SuperAlternant to line up more interviews.