52 questions you should ask at the interview

You, probably, already know that the interview is not just another stage in applying for a job, it is also your opportunity to figure out whether this job suits you. For this it is important to ask some questions. What do you want to know about this post? About company? About the division? About the team? About corporate culture?



It is difficult to ask questions. We know that. In order to simplify this task for you, we provide a list of key questions for the interview. We definitely do not recommend asking them all. Pity the recruiter!

When at the end of the interview or parts of it you are asked: “So, do you have any questions for us?”, Be sure to use this list (try to recall it) to make sure that you covered all the points of interest and showed your professionalism.

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// Work as a whole

First make sure that this is exactly what you want to do day after day for the foreseeable future.

1. What does a typical work day look like?

2. What are projects that need to be addressed first?

3. Can you show me examples of projects that I will work on?

4. What skills and experience are you looking for in the ideal candidate?

5. What is necessary to become really successful in this position?

6. What kinds of skills are missing from the team that you want to get by hiring a new employee?

7. What are the biggest problems that a person will face in this position?

8. What is the level of the budget I have to work with?

9. Is this a new role in the company?

10. Do you anticipate that the main terms of reference for this position will change in the next six months or a year?

// Training and professional development

Think of each new job not just as a job, but as the next step on the path to career (or some other) success. How will this post help you to achieve it?

11. How will I study?

12. What training programs are available for your employees?

13. What are the opportunities for career growth and professional development?

14. Will I be able to represent the company at industry conferences?

15. Where did the previous employee who previously held this position go?

16. How did the successful employees who previously held this position move?

// Evaluation of your work

Make sure that you understand what goals will be set for you and how your work will be evaluated.

17. What are the most important things you think I will have to do in the first 30, 60 and 90 days of work?

18. What results are expected from a person in this position during the first 12 months?

19. Tell us about the performance evaluation system of employees in the company. How often does this process occur?

20. By what indicators will my activities be evaluated?

// Interviewer

By asking the interviewer questions you show that you are interested in him as a person, and this is a great way to make contact. Just give without compliments and flattery.

21. How long have you been working in this company?

22. How has your role changed since then?

23. What did you do before this job?

24. Why are you settling into this company?

25. What do you like most about working here?

// Company as a whole

You do not just work for your boss or your department, you work “on” and “with” the company as a whole.

26. I read about how the company was founded, but would be grateful if you could tell me more?

27. How do you see this company in the next few years?

28. What can you tell me about your new products and / or growth plans?

29. What are the main goals of the company at the moment and how is it working to achieve them?

30. What inspires you most in the future of the company?

// Team

The people you have to work with every day can really affect your work, your desire to get up in the morning and even your efficiency. Ask a few questions to determine if this is the right team for you.

31. Can you tell me about the team in which I will work?

32. Who will I work most closely with?

33. To whom will I directly submit?

34. Can you tell me about my direct subordinates? What are their strengths and weaknesses?

35. Do you plan to hire more people in this unit in the next six months?

36. Which divisions of the company will have to interact most often?

37. What are the overall career prospects in this division?

// Culture

Is the dress code observed in the office or not? Is there life outside the office? etc. Learn the subtle, but such important details of the corporate culture.

38. What is the culture of the company in general and the team in particular? What main aspects could you highlight?

39. How would you describe your work environment here, as a rule, is it teamwork or one by one?

40. Can you tell me about the last joint team event?

41. What are the company's mission and values? (Note: make sure that this information is not possible to “google” - in this case do not ask this question).

42. What is your favorite office tradition?

43. What do you usually do during your lunch break? (Of course, besides the dinner itself).

44. Are company / team employees going out of the office?

45. Have you ever organized joint events with other companies or departments?

46. What makes work here different from other places where you worked?

47. How has the company changed since your arrival?

// Next steps

Before leaving, make sure that the interviewer has received all the information he needs. In order to find out how events will develop further, ask these questions.

48. How do you think my qualifications correspond to this role?

49. What are the next steps in the review process for this position?

50. What else might I need?

51. Can I answer any questions you may have?

PS 52. Guys, I came up with so many questions! When can I start?

Questions that can knock you during an interview can be found here . And be ready!