Mock Interview Script for IT Engineer Job
Mock Interview Script
Interviewer: Good morning! Please introduce yourself.
You: Good morning! My name is Rupa Kumari. I have completed my 10th and 12th from the Bihar Board and
am currently pursuing my MCA. I have a strong interest in IT and computer networking. I enjoy
troubleshooting systems and have hands-on experience with basic networking tools, Windows OS, and some
Linux commands. I am a quick learner and passionate about growing in the IT field.
Interviewer: Why do you want to work as an IT Engineer?
You: I've always been fascinated by how systems work together in a network. I enjoy solving technical
problems and helping others with computer issues. Being an IT Engineer allows me to use both my analytical
and practical skills. I see this as a career where I can keep learning and improving while supporting critical
technology needs.
Interviewer: Can you explain the difference between a switch and a router?
You: Yes. A switch connects multiple devices within a local area network (LAN) and uses MAC addresses to
send data to the correct device. A router connects different networks - for example, a LAN to the internet -
and uses IP addresses to route data between them.
Interviewer: What is the purpose of DNS?
You: DNS stands for Domain Name System. It converts human-friendly domain names like "google.com" into
IP addresses like "142.250.183.206", so browsers can load websites.
Interviewer: Do you know the layers of the OSI model?
Mock Interview Script for IT Engineer Job
You: Yes. The OSI model has seven layers:
1. Physical
2. Data Link
3. Network
4. Transport
5. Session
6. Presentation
7. Application
Each layer handles a specific function in data communication.
Interviewer: Have you worked with Linux before? Mention a few commands.
You: Yes, I've worked with Linux. Some basic commands I know are:
- ls - to list files
- cd - to change directory
- mkdir - to create a new folder
- sudo - to run commands with admin privileges
- ifconfig - to check IP address info
Interviewer: Tell me about a time you solved a technical problem.
You: During my MCA project, one of our lab computers wouldn't connect to the internet. I checked the
physical cables, restarted the system, and used ipconfig to check IP settings. I discovered the system had a
static IP conflict, so I reset it to use DHCP. After that, the internet worked fine.
Interviewer: What do you do when you don't know how to solve a technical issue?
Mock Interview Script for IT Engineer Job
You: First, I try to understand the issue clearly. If I can't solve it immediately, I research online, check
documentation, or ask a more experienced colleague. I believe in learning from such situations and noting
down the solution for future use.
Interviewer: Why should we hire you?
You: I'm dedicated, hardworking, and passionate about IT. I have strong fundamentals in networking and
system troubleshooting. I'm eager to learn, adapt quickly, and will bring a positive, problem-solving attitude to
your team.
Interviewer: Do you have any questions for us?
You: Yes, thank you. Could you please tell me more about the team I'll be working with and the kind of
projects I might be involved in?
