Why do you want to be a project manager?

The first step to answering this question is talking about your favorite elements of the job. You may want to talk about an important element of project management that you find particularly interesting or how you are interested in things like:

• Leadership

• Collaboration

• Communication

• Team camaraderie

• Professional development (of yourself and others)

• Transferable skills

• The value you can add to the company

After you have discussed the aspects of project management that are appealing to you. Relate them to yourself and your experiences. Discuss how you fit well with certain project management elements. For example, explain how your strong people skills and communication abilities are helpful with coordinating projects.

Lastly, connect your answer directly to the company's needs. Ultimately the interviewer is trying to decide if you are the right fit and if you will add value to their company. By making the connection between your interests and their goals, you may help them see why you are the perfect candidate for the job.

A sample answer can include:

For me, the best part of project management is the opportunity to help others develop their careers. It was my first project manager who inspired me to follow this career path as she/he built my confidence and helped me realize my opinions matter.

As a project manager, I want to do that for others. That is why I am excited about this opportunity within your company. Your organization will allow me to make an impact on the next generation and guide them down a path of growth and success.