List of Interview Questions to Ask the Interviewer
In a typical interview, as the interview comes to a close, one of the standard final questions asked by the interviewer is “Do you have any questions?”. What a simple questions, but it is possibly the most important question in the entire interview. This question will show if you are interested and provide you with information if this company and position are a good fit for your career. Since this is an expected question, prior to any interviews, you should be prepared with a list of potential interview questions you can ask.
Below is a list of interview questions you can ask an employer or hiring manager to demonstrate your job interest and to help determine if the job is a correct fit for your skill set, qualifications, and career interest.
List of Interview Questions to Ask the Interviewer
1) Best Interview Questions to Ask the Interviewer / Hiring Manager / Employer
- Ask if they had read your resume. If answer is “yes” then ask the following: What looks to be the weakest part of my background? Can we talk about this? – This question targets potential weak areas in your resume and allows you a chance to enhance it.
- We have spoken about qualifications, do you have any concerns about me meeting the requirements and responsibilities of the positions? – This questions targets potential perceived weaknesses which you can address in the interview.
- How will I be judge on my success? What will need to happen a year from now that will tell you that I have met your expectations? – This question helps you find out what is expected
- What are the top three priorities you would like to see accomplished? – This question helps you understand the companies priorities
2) Standard Interview Questions to Ask the Interviewer / Hiring Manager / Employer
- How would you describe the responsibilities of the job?
- How would you describe a typical week/day?
- Is this a new position? If not, what did the previous employee go on to do?
- What is the company’s management style?
- Who does this position report to? If I am offered the position, can I meet him/her?
- How many people work in this office/department?
- How much travel is expected?
- Is relocation a possibility?
- What are the prospects for growth and advancement?
- What do you like about working here?
- What don’t you like about working here and what would you change?
- Would you like a list of references?
- If I am extended a job offer, how soon would you like me to start?
- What can I tell you about my qualifications?
- When can I expect to hear from you?
- Are there any other questions I can answer for you?
3) Interview Questions NOT to Ask the Interviewer / Hiring Manager / Employer
- What does this company do? (You are responsible for this prior to the interview)
- If I get the job when can I take time off for vacation? (Wait until you get the offer to discuss prior commitments)
- Can I change my schedule if I get the job? (If you need to figure out the logistics of getting to work don’t mention it now…)
Asking Interview Questions to Create the Right Interview Impression
Asking the right interview questions will demonstrate that you are the best candidate for the job. You want the employer to have the right interview impression of you. Here is a list of Key Interview Impressions you want to create with your questions:
- Interest – You have a high level of interest in the job
- Intelligence – You understand the requirements of the job
- Confidence – You are the best candidate for the job
- Personal appeal – You are the right candidate for the job
- Assertiveness – You want the job