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Sample questions you can ask

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?