Questions to Ask During the Interview

Be Prepared to Ask an Employer 5-7 Questions During the Interview

• Will I work alone or with other people?
• Who do I report to - directly and indirectly?
• What are the greatest challenges you think I might face in this company?
• What strengths or abilities would the ideal candidate possess for this position?
• Who will evaluate my performance? When? How?
• What are some things you feel could be improved by the person you hire?
• Is this a new position?
• Why have you gone outside the company to fill this position?
• What are some of the more important objectives that you would like to see accomplished on this job?
• What opportunities for professional development are offered?
• What are the challenges this company/department is facing?
• How would you describe the working atmosphere of your company?
• What are the key tasks and responsibilities for this position?
• Does your company plan to grow/expand in the next few years? If so, how?
• I am very interested in pursuing this job, or possibly other job openings within your company. What is the next step in the hiring process?