Good Questions to Ask in an Interview
Of course, after all the questions interviewers ask you, you get to ask some as well (in fact, they expect it, so having a few ready is a good idea). We've assembled some of the questions job applicants ask most often in an interview:
- Can you describe an ideal employee?
- Can you tell me about the competencies necessary to perform this job?
- How is performance measured and reviewed?
- Can you describe a typical day in this job?
- Can you portray the best and worst aspects of this job?
- Does the company have a generalist or specialist focus?
- How long do people usually stay in this job?
- Why did the last person leave this job?
- Could you explain your organizational structure to me?
- Where does this position fit in the organization?
- How many employees are in this department?
- How important does upper management consider the functions of this department?
- Are there any weaknesses in the department you're working on improving?
- Will I be able to meet the immediate supervisor for this role?
- How long have you been with the company?
- Why do people leave?
- What are the companies strengths and weaknesses as compared to the competition?
- Who are your major competitors?
- What is the vision of the company?
- What are the best opportunities in your company for new hires?
- What pending legislation could impact the company?
- What are the major changes in the industry, and how is the company responding?
