30 ChatGPT Job Interview Prompts for More Effective Interview Prep

Scoring a job interview is an exciting part of the hiring process. The not-so-exciting part? Preparing for an upcoming interview. It’s time-consuming. Plus, it feels like you’re trying to figure everything out on your own. That’s where the power of artificial intelligence (AI) can help.  

Using ChatGPT as your co-pilot, you don’t have to go it alone. You can use ChatGPT job interview prompts as part of your preparation. 

The benefits of using ChatGPT to prepare for a job interview

Before ChatGPT, you might have had to do endless job interview research on your own or find a trusted peer to do a mock interview with. That’s no longer the case. Using the innovative technology behind ChatGPT, you can leverage this tool to:

1. Reduce research time. You don’t have to Google “What are common interview questions?” or scan pages of articles to find what you need. Using ChatGPT, you can quickly get job-specific interview questions directly related to the position you're applying for to prepare for a job interview. 
2. Have everything in one place. ChatGPT generates responses to the prompts that you input. I asked ChatGPT about job interview prompts and, in a matter of seconds, got 15 common interview questions (more on that later). 
3. Use it for a mock interview. Have a tight deadline and up late cramming for an interview with no one around to practice? Don’t fret. The AI technology behind ChatGPT is available ‘round the clock. You can use the tool to create a mock interview and practice your interview skills. 
4. Get general and specific support. Using ChatGPT job interview prompts, you can get generic prep questions at first. Then you can tweak and customize based on the specific role. 
5. Find inspiration. ChatGPT isn’t just helpful with job interview prompts but also responses. Obviously, you want to tailor your interview answers so they feel natural and authentic. But if you typically find yourself stuck with a particular interview question, ChatGPT can help. For example, you can use the following prompt, “If I’m interviewing for a sales role, how do I answer interview questions about managing various projects?” You’ll get several paragraphs back and can review it for inspiration and see what you might be missing. 

Pro Tip: Another tool you can use to streamline the interview process? The Teal Job Application Tracker. With it, you can manage interview dates, times, types, and more. Sign up for free and give it a try for your next interview.

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What are ChatGPT prompts?

ChatGPT prompts are the initial messages or instructions provided to the language model to guide its responses. In a conversational context, a prompt is the message or question you send to start a dialogue or request information. The prompt helps set the context and provides instructions for the model to generate a relevant and meaningful response.

For example, if you want ChatGPT to write your cover letter, you might provide the prompt: 

"I want you to act as a job seeker. Please write a conversational, 200-word or less cover letter for a marketing role in the tech industry. Please highlight my skills in social media marketing, specifically how I increased the LinkedIn followers for my previous company by 60% in less than six months." 

The model then uses this prompt to understand the user's query and generate an appropriate response.

If you want different responses than the initial answer, you can either hit “Regenerate response” or modify the prompt. 

Prompts can vary in length and complexity depending on your desired outcome. They can be as simple as a single sentence or as detailed as a paragraph with specific instructions or constraints. Well-crafted prompts are important to ensure ChatGPT generates accurate and useful responses.

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How to create effective ChatGPT prompts

Just like with any communication, the more context you provide, the better quality you’ll get. The more details and context you include in your prompt, the more useful the response will be. Some ChatGPT prompt best practices are:

• Provide context. In this case, you’re looking for job interview prompts. To get the most helpful data, include specific details like the role you’re interviewing for as well as the field. For example, “What are job interview prompts for a marketing manager at a nonprofit?”. You can also try a prompt related to your career length, such as,  “What should I say if I only have one year of experience?”
• Set the tone. To obtain an accurate response tailored to your target audience, it is crucial to frame your question with tone-specific words. Incorporating terms such as "authoritative," "professional," or "knowledgeable" in your prompt ensures that the answer aligns with the intended tone and context of your inquiry.
• Try out different prompts. As part of your job interview preparation, use ChatGPT and use various prompts. Write a new input, you get a new output.
• Play around with responses. Don’t like what you got the first time? One of the key features of ChatGPT is that you can use “Regenerate response” and get something new. 

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How to use ChatGPT prompts for job interviews

If you want to use ChatGPT prompts for job interviews, here’s an in-depth, step-by-step guide on how to get started. 

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Step 1: Create a ChatGPT account

If you haven’t done so already, you need to create an account with OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT. You’ll need to provide some personal information such as name, email, and phone number to verify your account. After creating and verifying your account, you’ll be able to access ChatGPT and input prompts to help you prepare for job interviews. 

If you have a set interview, have the job description handy.

If you don't want to create an account, another simple way to utilize ChatGPT and AI technology is to access it through your free Teal account. Use Teal's AI Resume Builder to create a resume that stands out, and the Interview Tracker to keep you organized throughout each stage of the process.

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Step 2: Write effective prompts 

Next, write effective prompts to get the best responses for your situation. Be specific and include the job title you’re interviewing for and the sector. Some examples include the following prompts:

• “I'm preparing for an interview for a backend engineering role. Can you suggest some questions I might face in the interview?"
• “What questions should I be prepared to answer in an interview for a teaching position at a university?”
• “I've worked in sales for 12 years, but never at a startup. Give me job interview prompts for a sales role at a small startup. Then use the skills in my resume to generate sample answers.” (make sure to paste your resume below the prompt)

Once you have the ChatGPT questions ready, it’s time to use the tool. 

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Step 3: Input prompts into ChatGPT and hit “Enter”

Take your prompts and input them into ChatGPT. Hit “Enter.” Watch ChatGPT do its magic and return potential job interview questions for you. 

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ChatGPT interview prompts for sales roles 

If you’re interviewing for sales roles, grab the job description (hint: Teal’s Job Application Tracker can help with this). 

Then open ChatGPT, and try out the following ChatGPT interview prompts for sales roles:

• “What are the top five interview questions for sales roles?” (Remember to be specific about the type of role you’re applying for, for example, BDR, SDR, AE, etc.) 
• “What are some interview questions I might be asked for this [job title]? Use the job description below as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste the job description under the prompt.]
• “What are some follow-up questions I might get?”
• “Give me some sample responses to interview questions for sales roles.”
• “Based on my experience in [job title], what skills should I highlight in an interview for [new company]. Use my resume as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste your resume under the prompt.]

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ChatGPT interview prompts for marketing roles

For other types of jobs, you want to follow a similar path. Grab the job description and any relevant information. For marketing, here are some ChatGPT interview prompts to use: 

• “What are the top interview questions for marketing roles?” (Remember to be specific with the type of role you’re interviewing for. ChatGPT does best with detailed input.) 
• “What are some interview questions I might be asked for this [job title]? Use the job description below as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste the job description under the prompt.]
• “Can you offer an example of a marketing interview?”
• “I have marketing experience with email campaigns, social media posts, and blog content. What are unique ways to share that marketing experience in a job interview?” 
• “What are example marketing campaigns for [company]?”
• "Based on my experience in [job title], what skills should I highlight in an interview for [new company] as a [specific role]? Use my resume as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste your resume under the prompt.] 

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ChatGPT interview prompts for engineering roles

There are many different types of engineers, and ChatGPT loves specificity. So make sure you’re clear on the industry, role, and company when using ChatGPT for interview prep. Some example prompts include:

• “What are common interview questions when applying for engineering roles?”
• "What are some interview questions I might be asked for this [job title]? Use the job description below as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste the job description under the prompt.]
• "I'm curious if my salary is appropriate for my role. I make [annual salary] a year. Conduct market research for the average salary of [job title and level]. If the average salary is higher than my current salary, provide guidance on negotiation conversations."
• “I am preparing for an interview for an entry-level engineering position and have little experience in the field. Can you generate interview questions and sample answers that a hiring manager may ask in a job interview for an entry-level engineer position?"
• “Based on my experience in [job title], what skills should I highlight in an interview for [new company] as a [role]? Use my resume as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste your resume under the prompt.] 

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ChatGPT interview prompts for product roles

For product roles, make sure you zone in on the specific company and role when giving ChatGPT prompts. Some might include:

• “What are common interview questions for product roles?”
• "Generate a response to this interview question [insert specific question] based on information from this resume and job description." [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste the job description under the prompt.]
• “What are some interview questions I might be asked for this [job title]? Use the job description below as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste the job description under the prompt.]
• “If you already have some interview questions in mind, try the prompt: “What are three sample responses to [question] for a [role] in [industry]?”
• “Based on my experience in [job title], what skills should I highlight in an interview for [new company]?” Use my resume as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste your resume under the prompt.] 

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ChatGPT interview prompts for customer success roles 

Customer success roles may vary based on the company. Do your research on the company and have the job description handy. Some potential prompts include:

• “Provide me with ten interview questions for customer success roles.”
• “What are some interview questions I might be asked for this [job title] in [industry]?” Use the job description below as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste the job description under the prompt.]
• “Act as a customer success manager in SaaS. Give me two sample responses for responding to an angry customer who is upset over [scenario]. Make them detailed and include any tangible steps I can take to rectify the situation.”
• "What are mock behavioral interview questions and responses for a customer success role?"
• "Based on my experience in [job title] what skills should I highlight in an interview for [new role or title] in the [industry] industry? Use my resume as a reference.” [Press "Shift" + "Enter," then copy and paste your resume under the prompt.] 

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Step 4: Use questions for mock interviews

After you get potential interview questions from ChatGPT, you can also use the tool to come up with mock interview responses. These sample interview answers can help you get ideas. From there, you can craft your own strong interview answer and share about your previous job experience.

So if you’re feeling stuck or aren’t sure where to start, you can start preparing. Within Teal’s Job Application Tracker are tips and resources to help you practice interviewing. You also have the ability to track each interview by type, date, time, contacts, and more.

Teal's Chrome extension now integrates with ChatGPT to help you in your job search 

If you want to get the most out of your job search and ChatGPT, here’s some good news: Teal’s Chrome Extension now integrates with ChatGPT. That means you can get support brainstorming ways to write about your professional accomplishments. 

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Using Teal and ChatGPT, you can get help with:

• Summarizing your achievements
• Get resume ideas (for example, check out Helpful ChatGPT Resume Prompts)

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A few final thoughts about using ChatGPT for your job interview

ChatGPT helps job seekers by providing potential job interview questions without a ton of research. 

You can also generate mock interview responses and get inspiration so you’re fully prepared for your actual interview. You can also read Teal's “Ultimate Guide to ChatGPT for Interview Prep” for more ideas. 

Just remember that you don’t want to sound like a chatbot; you want to sound like you. So use this tool as a jumping-off point to cover your bases and save time, but your responses should be authentically yours.

Base your answers on your personal experience and practice stating them with conviction. Share how you’d fit into a company’s culture and address any pain points you can help solve. 

Only you can present your best self - let your authentic self shine, demonstrate your value, and make a lasting impression that sets you apart from the competition in any job interview.

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