Simon Fraser University Executive Assistant Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 9 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Simon Fraser University.
Simon Fraser University
Administrative Assistant
Entry Easy Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
Got a quick phone screening about a week after applications closed. The interview was online, and the people interviewing me were super nice, making it a pretty relaxed chat. After that, I had to do an assignment. They offered me the job a few days later.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What does your manager consider your strengths and weaknesses to be?
Simon Fraser University
Administrative Assistant
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Take home
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
The interview was 60 minutes virtually, then a 90-minute in-basket test. Three interviewers asked some general and behavioral questions.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How do you make sure things are accurate?
Simon Fraser University
Administrative Assistant
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Panel Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Group
There was a panel of 3 interviewers. They asked if I had any questions before we started. After they answered my questions, they took turns asking their own. After the interview, they sent an email to ask for my references.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Could you describe a weakness you have and explain how you manage it?
- What kind of leadership style do you find most effective for your work?
Simon Fraser University Executive Assistant Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Simon Fraser University interview reports.
“What are your thoughts on the hybrid work arrangement?”
Read reports →“What kind of leadership style do you find most effective for your work?”
Read reports →“Tell me about a time you made an error at work and what you did to resolve it.”
Read reports →“Can you share an instance where you devised an innovative solution to a problem?”
Read reports →“Tell me about a weakness you have or something you're looking to improve.”
Read report →“Could you describe a weakness you have and explain how you manage it?”
Read report →“Describe a situation where you had to deal with a difficult circumstance.”
Read report →“Could you share some information about your background?”
Read report →“Could you introduce yourself and explain why you're interested in working here?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 9 Simon Fraser University interview reports.