The job interview question “can you tell me about your gap” is the employer really checking of you took the opportunity during your year off to gain new skills and experience. Often this interview question is asked during graduate job interviews.
Video Tutorial – “Can You Tell About Your Gap Year?”
Explanation of the Question:
Many career professionals take a gap year after university, when asked this question the employer is looking if you “bummed” around or did something “interesting” explain how your gap year gave you new skills you can use in your job
Example Interview Answer
“After completing my accountancy degree I took a gap year and travelled and work in Asia, it was a great personal experience and again a lot of “life lessons” from the experience. It was also beneficial in my last role, as we had several clients in Asia and was able to use my experience to build up company relationships”
Make your own “gap year” experience and your skill base relevant to the position you are applying for.
