Interview Questions for Languages

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Yes, having knowledge about the culture of a community is as essential as perfection in the language it speaks. It helps in conveying the ideas of the speaker in a more effective manner. The parties involved in communication will be more comfortable if the translator is familiar with their style, culture and background. When interviewing for jobs involving languages you must convey your understanding of being culturally aware.

You need not be specific in your answer. Just start your answer by saying that you are comfortable with the language as a whole. An interest for learning a new language has made you consistent in both of these skills. Then you can provide facts about your reading and writing speed ? talk yourself up by mentioning academic achievements in each. This will help you in supporting your answer.

Most applicants will have a good example of a long term stay abroad, if not you will have to make the most of any experience that you do have. Key points to bring out from your trip abroad are; show how you have used your language skills independently, try and use an example of when you have used your language skills in a working environment, and a social environment, and in a stressful situation.  If you studied abroad highlight the importance of using your language skills in an academic environment. Each of these could be important in a career in languages.